For most of us, our eyes are the first way we encounter the world. As the old saying goes, eyes are the window to the soul. But what happens when your eyesight starts to change, making your vision not as sharp as it once was? While some vision changes are a natural part of aging, […]
When we think about our aging loved ones, we often overlook how stressful the current changes in their lives can be. While stress affects everyone, seniors experience it differently due to health changes, loss of independence, and shifting social connections—all while possibly belonging to generations where mental health discussions were uncommon. As the ones in […]
Stroke recovery is a journey that marks the beginning of reclaiming a stroke survivor’s independence and quality of life. When someone experiences a stroke, it can affect various aspects of their functioning — from movement and speech to cognitive abilities and holistic well-being. While the recovery process can sometimes be challenging, it can lead to […]
It’s a new year. Holiday celebrations have come to a close, and life’s routine is starting to return. For some, this transition from a lot of activity back to normalcy is easy, but for seniors who are struggling with seasonal affective disorder, this can be a challenging time. With the turn of the calendar, the […]
It’s that time of the year again. The holidays are in full swing, families are coming together to celebrate, and cold weather has arrived. Most find that spending quality time with loved ones during the holidays is their number one priority. However, for the seniors in your life, boosting their immunity and preventing illness may […]
November is Diabetes Awareness Month. Diabetes is a condition that affects 38.4 million Americans; 29.2% of those individuals are above the age of 65. This makes it one of the more common chronic conditions that affects seniors. With the holidays upon us, it can feel daunting to adjust your food plans to fit your loved […]
Every year on October 12th, we honor those who face the challenges of arthritis every day. It is a time to bring awareness to the condition and encourage others to be compassionate about their friends and family who might be diagnosed with arthritis. We can support our loved ones by helping them find fun ways […]
September 28th is National Good Neighbor Day, which aims to improve community engagement and reverse the growing trend of isolation in neighborhoods. This trend leads to more loneliness and fewer friendships among neighbors. Lack of community support and isolation has hit seniors the hardest, as they are most prone to losing their social connections as […]
A recent study of elderly patients and hospital readmissions has shown that approximately 23% of patients end up back in the hospital due to a lack of home support following the initial admittance. This typically leads to errors in medication management, disregard for doctor’s orders, and potential injuries due to balance issues. We always want […]
One in four adults in the United States has been diagnosed with a painful joint condition known as arthritis. The two most common types are osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. Osteoarthritis is caused by the mechanical wear and tear on the body’s joints. Rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune disease in which the body’s immune system attacks […]
