If you are concerned about your aging family member wandering, you are not alone. Elderly seniors who struggle with memory loss, even while in the early stages of dementia, are prone to wandering and may find themselves lost and disoriented; 6 in 10 people with Alzheimer’s disease will wander according to the Alzheimer’s Association. Thankfully,… Continue reading The Best GPS Tracking Device for Seniors and How to Use It
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Most Frequently Asked Questions About Home Care
7 Answers to the Most Frequently Asked Questions About Home Care Are you recovering from surgery and require rehabilitation or other supportive care at home? Does your loved one have a chronic illness and require long-term care? Home care services are an attractive option for many because it means getting the supportive and/or specialized care… Continue reading Most Frequently Asked Questions About Home Care
15 Surprising Stats About Assisted Living
Surprising Stats About Assisted Living Assisted living communities are a residential option for seniors, providing a home-like environment where they can receive help with some daily living activities, as well as live comfortably and still maintain a high level of independence. Whether it’s a sprawling complex in the suburbs or a high-rise in the city,… Continue reading 15 Surprising Stats About Assisted Living
How to get Power of Attorney for Elderly Parents
If, as your parent ages, they are struggling with maintaining their affairs or finances, it may be time to step in and seek a power of attorney, a document that grants you the legal right to make decisions on behalf of your parent. It’s important to seek a power of attorney before your loved one… Continue reading How to get Power of Attorney for Elderly Parents
15 Popular Activities for Seniors in Assisted Living
Retirement Travel Ideas Once retirement comes around, it gives you time to take the vacation you have always dreamed about. You don’t have to punch in on a time clock anymore, your time is your own, and your children are grown adults. What better time for a retirement trip? Before You Go Before you leave… Continue reading 15 Popular Activities for Seniors in Assisted Living
10 Simple Senior Stretching Exercises
Stretching can help senior citizens address many common symptoms of aging; building flexibility can help prevent tight muscles and joint pain while maintaining the range of motion needed to complete the daily activities of an active lifestyle. Combining static and dynamic stretches with regular exercises for strength training and balance exercises can also provide additional… Continue reading 10 Simple Senior Stretching Exercises
Senior Fall Prevention Tips
When adults who are older fall, it can have significant impacts on their health; one in every five elderly falls leads to a severe injury according to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC). Dangerous falls are a common cause of traumatic brain injuries and broken bones. Even when they don’t result in emergency room visits… Continue reading Senior Fall Prevention Tips
10 Signs Your Parents Need Help Aging
While it’s important to respect your parents’ independence, there can come a time where your elderly parent is no longer capable of aging-in-place or aging without additional help. This can look different for every individual, and it’s challenging to decide whether your level of concern justifies taking further action. If you are worried about whether… Continue reading 10 Signs Your Parents Need Help Aging