Parkinson's is one of the most prevalent diseases among the older population around the world. Talking about America only, around 60,000 elders are diagnosed with the disease annually. People who are 50 years old and above are at the highest risk of developing Parkinson’s. Parkinson’s disease mainly affects the cerebral... read more →
May
05
Apr
14
They say as you grow old, the number of health issues increases. Cardiovascular diseases, arthritis, difficulty in movement, weakening eyesight and major weight loss are some issues mostly reported by seniors. If you know any seniors who complain about one issue or another and are thinking that it is just... read more →
Apr
06
Aging affects the heart negatively. With advancing age, the heart grows weak and becomes susceptible to cardiovascular diseases (CVDs). Since the heart is one of the most vital organs of our system, it is necessary to take adequate care, especially during old age. If you are someone who is looking... read more →
Mar
24
Since older adults spend most of their time indoors, it is necessary to engage them in healthy activities that benefit them, both physically and mentally. If you too are looking for such options, gardening can be one of the most promising choices. It is an ideal activity that doesn’t require... read more →
Mar
18
Ageing isn’t an easy process. It comes with various health issues that affect seniors both physically and mentally. If you have your parents or other senior family members growing old around, you would definitely know how it goes and how best to help them. There are many seniors around the... read more →
Mar
10
A caregiver is a person who cares for an elderly individual, an older family member, friend, or relative when in need. More than 1 in 6 Americans are now pursuing caregiving as a full-time career. They get paid to provide physical and social support to an aged person who may... read more →
Feb
17
To successfully communicate with any party, all parties involved must make conscious efforts to listen and partake in such a conversation but how do you cope when you are communicating with a senior that is deaf or hard of hearing? This takes us back to the topic of this article... read more →