December 13, 2019
When people are working, they’re busy, interacting with colleagues and focusing on ways to achieve their goals. This means they’re mostly preoccupied with something or other, so they don’t have time to ponder over anything that doesn’t suit their purpose. Retirement brings more free time and less interaction. Aging retirees tend to feel deprived of …
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November 11, 2019
Alzheimer’s makes people lose their cognitive, mental and physical abilities over a period of years. The disease has no cure. Caring for seniors with Alzheimer’s disease can be stressful and challenging. Your attention and patience can make a big difference in their lives. That’s why you should be calm and give your best to make …
October 10, 2019
Seniors have to deal with low energy levels on a daily basis,so it isnot something to be taken lightly. We all generally slow down as we age, and despite wanting to get out more, we often just don’t have the energy. This, in turn, becomes discouraging and frustrating,and may lead to other mental health issues. …
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September 10, 2019
Clinical depression should not be confused with sadness. They are in no way the same. Depression can be triggered by grief or sorrow, be it due to the loss of someone close or other major life changes such as moving to an assisted living facility. It can also be caused by different medical conditions such …
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August 6, 2019
Parkinson’s disease is a neurodegenerative disorder caused by a degradation of the brain’s nerve cells. It is progressive and may have been present for years before the patient required active care. It manifests itself in stiff muscles and other movement-related issues that become more visible over time. If you are a caregiver for a senior …
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July 16, 2019
One of the biggest changes faced by an individual during the second half of their life is moving to a retirement home. This move is often essential for seniors to lead a stress-free and happy life. However, changes are not always pleasant. It takes a lot of time and effort to adjust to new surroundings, …
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November 8, 2018
“Retirement, a time to enjoy all the things you never had time to do when you worked.” – Catherine Pulsifer, Author These words of wisdom explain the beauty of retirement life and encourage seniors to spend this time to the fullest. After all, it is the phase where you don’t need to worry about waking …
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October 11, 2018
As you get older, your skin starts losing its natural glow and becomes more sensitive, which requires extra care and protection. It’s necessary for seniors to take care of their skin even more. Without proper care, your skin can become drier, thinner and vulnerable to damage or skin related diseases such as dermatitis and infections …
September 7, 2018
Alzheimer’s disease is the most common cause of dementia and the most feared disease when it comes to ageing adults. It is a chronic neurodegenerative disease, generally affecting seniors, that starts slowly and worsens over time. It slowly deteriorates brain functionality and leads to death. Memory loss, difficulty remembering newly learned information, confusion and changes …
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