Retirement is often viewed as a time to finally relax and take the time to smell the roses. But for some older adults, it is not so easy. While many older adults thrive in their later years, about two-thirds of older adults will need assistance...
[caption id="attachment_58285" align="alignright" width="380"] Senior woman potting plant in her home garden[/caption] With the COVID-19 pandemic keeping people indoors, it is difficult for anyone these days to stay active. This difficulty may be much greater for seniors, particularly if they are homebound. However, the importance of...
Balancing a healthy diet that includes a variety of nutritional foods full of flavor can be difficult for most people. As we age, preparing healthy meals while trying to balance illness or recovering from a hospital stay can prove challenging. Some seniors are unfamiliar with...
As we all grow older, so does our parents’ generation. And with aging, so comes the wear-and-tear of trying to get through the day-to-day. Mobility may be limited. Tasks become less easy or take longer to complete. Important chores fall by the wayside or slip...
As we age, most of us we will need help with our ADL’s (basic care needs) or our IADL’s (skills that allow us to live independently). As seniors age, there might come a time for senior assistance. If your loved one can manage their ADL’s...