According to CDC.gov, it has been recognized for many years that people 65 years and older are at high risk of developing serious complications from flu compared with young, healthy adults. This is in part because human immune defenses become weaker with increasing age. While flu seasons can vary in severity, during most seasons, people …
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For caregivers, navigating a senior’s medical needs can be a confusing and daunting task. Here are 5 key questions caregivers should always ask. According to theconversation.com, The population of seniors, or people age 65 or over, in the United States neared 48 million last year and is steadily growing. Consequently, millions of adult children find …
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So, we get the convenience of aging in place. And certainly understand the economics of living at home. But are there any other benefits an older adult receives from aging-in-place? The answer is YES! According to RetirementLiving.com, besides the economic advantage, there are four other benefits of aging in your own home. 5 Benefits of …
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If a loved one has recently been diagnosed with a serious, chronic disease and you are starting to search for care options, you’ve probably come across the term “palliative care.” Often, the first question people ask themselves is “does palliative care mean a person is dying?” For many years, people have considered hospice and palliative …
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It’s my belief that the best caregivers have a vocation. They truly like what they do. Their life has more purpose as a caregiver. Maybe you can even say they have an avocation for caregiving – a passion to give more. Our workers. Let me tell you about the people who work here at Assisting …
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SeniorLifestyleMag.com, there are some things seniors can do to help with winter depression: The days are getting shorter and colder. Overcast skies combined with late sunrises and early sunsets makes for short gloomy days. For many this can bring on seasonal affective disorder, a type of depression which lasts throughout the winter months. While it …
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Adult children visiting older parents during the holidays may be upset or stressed by what they notice. But don’t be tempted to jump in and try to solve every issue at once. Here’s a practical guide to enjoying the holidays while still offering help. According to AgingSolutions.com, If they are visiting older parents and relatives …
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This holiday season, be aware of your aging parent’s physical and mental capacity during your visit. Here are some tips to help, taken from the Huffington Post. Elder care is a growing issue in society. Caregiving at a distance can be difficult, stressful and time-consuming. And often the only time caregivers see the loved one …
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Here are 10 essential health tips for seniors. Aging is very different now than it was for past generations. Healthful behaviors and remaining active are a bigger focus than ever. In the last census baby boomers, those 65+, accounted for 13% of the population. This age group grew at a faster rate than the population …
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Outdoor cookouts are one of the joys of summer. Here are some suggestions from experts in the culinary and elder care fields about crafting a senior cookout menu. Summer cookouts are all about serving casual, crowd-pleasing food, spending time with friends and family, and enjoying the warm weather and sunshine. However, when it comes to …
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