Are you a senior who loves to read and wants to add social interaction to your favorite hobby? Learn how to find local book clubs that suit your interests and connect with fellow book lovers.
Seniors can greatly benefit from using wearable technology to monitor their heart health. Here's an easy guide to help you learn everything you need about these devices.
While some hearing loss is to be expected with aging, it is not necessarily a given fact that all seniors, with time, will lose some or all of their hearing. Far from it, in fact. By following guidelines from your healthcare provider regarding noise exposure, and having your hearing checked regularly, it is quite possible to retain good hearing well into your twilight years.
Davos in the Desert is dedicated to providing forums whereby business leaders, thought leaders and government servants share their ideas for safeguarding freedom and liberty. James DeVary was honored to join their podcast recently to talke about Senior Helpers Gilbert-Chandler. Listen here!
As summer arrives and the weather warms up, many Americans will suffer from a heat-related illness. Seniors are at higher risk for heat-related illness, and should receive medical treatment immediately. But it is important to make sure you don’t confuse a case of heat stroke with a regular stroke. Both are medical emergencies that require prompt treatment, but the interventions for the two ailments are vastly different.
Seniors have a lot of knowledge and experience to offer their communities. Learn how seniors can share their expertise and give back.
For seniors struggling with sleep, Non-Sleep Deep Rest may help. Discover what it is and its benefits in this guide.
No one enjoys the feeling of being lonely or experiencing isolation. But the sad truth is that for many seniors, it’s a feeling that they know all too well. As we get older, we tend to experience life events that serve to separate us from the world and people around us. Our children grow into adults and move away, we lose touch with friends and siblings or experience their passing, and we sometimes have difficulty getting out of the house to socialize due to mobility or sensory issues. All of these things contribute to isolation and loneliness in the elderly, which are technically two different things.
For older adults, the amount of physical activity they get every week should include at least 150 minutes of moderate activity. Engaging in activities such as walking, swimming, cycling, and working on strength and flexibility training will all help you to achieve these goals.
While spring is only just upon us, it’s never too late to plan ahead. With spring comes longer days, warmer temperatures, and a change from indoor activities to outdoor activities, which will only continue on into summer. For older adults, who are more sensitive to heat for a number of reasons, the increased temperatures in the later spring months and throughout summer can be dangerous. But with forethought and planning, anyone can enjoy a summer free from stress and medical emergencies.
Intergenerational programs help bridge the gap between seniors and youth, fostering meaningful connections through shared experiences and learning opportunities. Learn the benefits of these here in this blog.
Vitamin D plays a crucial role in the well-being of seniors but is it possible for them to have too much Vitamin D. This blog will answer the most common questions about it.
Looking for easter activities that your whole family can enjoy? Here are some ideas to help you out!
Learn about the benefits that come with having a caregiver helping your senior family member with their gardening and plant care.
Of all the joys of life, enjoying delicious food is undoubtedly at the top of the list. Food is a source of nourishment, comfort, a way of sharing hospitality and traditions, and reliving fond memories. However, as we age, some health restrictions can limit us or prevent us from enjoying various foods. Many elderly people struggle with oral issues and tooth loss that can make tougher foods that require extensive chewing an impossibility.
If you have been a smoker for a long time, you may wonder about whether or not it’s even worth it to quit smoking after so many years. But the truth is that quitting smoking is never something you can do too late. As soon as you stop, your health will immediately begin to improve.
In this article, we will provide an overview of atrial fibrillation and blood clots, discuss key considerations for managing these conditions, and explore treatment options.
Understand the different long-term health and care implications of a heart attack in order to ensure that your elderly family member receives the care they need through this blog.
Valentine’s Day is a great holiday. It’s a special celebration of love and happiness, and for the older folks in your family, that love has endured and grown for decades. Senior couples are likely to have spent the majority of their lives together, giving them all the more reason to mark Valentine’s Day as a commemoration of their ongoing commitment to each other and the members of the families they’ve built over the years. It’s the perfect opportunity to remind themselves of how much they mean to each other and how happy they are to be together.
Seniors are target victims of financial scammers. Learn more about ways to protect your senior loved one from this financial abuse.
It’s easy to feel isolated during winter. Develop early morning habits and routines to fight off feelings of loneliness and stay happy.