Embrace an active winter with our guide to safe exercises for seniors. Discover gentle and effective workout routines that promote mobility, strength, and overall well-being. Learn how to stay active indoors and outdoors while considering the unique needs of seniors during the colder months.
Safeguard your senior loved ones this winter with our caregiver's checklist for winter senior safety. Prioritize their well-being during the colder months with practical insights to navigate potential hazards and ensure a safe and comfortable winter season.
Stay safe this winter with practical tips to avoid slip-and-fall accidents. Learn preventive measures to protect yourself from winter hazards, whether indoors or outdoors. Safeguard your well-being during the colder months.
Embrace a healthy Halloween celebration for your senior loved ones and learn how to enjoy the festivities while making well-informed choices that promote their health and well-being.
Senior veterans are faced with a higher risk of developing CTE due to their past military service, however, symptoms are not immediately apparent. Here's a guide about the condition.
Starting your own senior book club is an exciting adventure. Learn some tips to start your own club and appreciate all the advantages it has to offer.
It's become easier to celebrate Grandparents Day than ever. Learn how to celebrate this day even when family members cannot come together in person.
Regardless of whether you wear glasses or have experienced symptoms related to your eyesight, preventative care through routine eye examinations is critical. Here's why.
Regular tooth care can sometimes become a chore. Here are ways to turn it into a relaxing self-care routine.
While summer brings opportunities for outdoor activities and social events, it also brings high temperatures. Here are some activities seniors can engage in that are both enjoyable and safe.
The scorching summer heat can bring about specific challenges for seniors, one of which is the safe storage of medications. Here are some tips to store them safely.
Sleep is needed to maintain overall health, mental well-being, and physical recovery, especially for seniors. Here are some tips to help them improve their sleep quality.
Read on as we discuss some simple outdoor stretches specifically designed for seniors that are both fun and easy to follow, and tips on how they can incorporate them into their daily routines.
Explore how you can help manage your senior loved one's diabetes through a healthy diet and regular exercise in this blog.
It's essential not to overlook the vital role sunglasses play in safeguarding our eyes and the delicate skin surrounding them. Here are some benefits they offer.
Here are signs that indicate your senior relative with FTD may require a caregiver, should move in with a family member, or both.
Sundowning is a common phenomenon among seniors with dementia. Here are tips to help you manage the condition and provide support for your loved one.
The Lenten season can often present unique challenges when it comes to managing diabetes in seniors This blog post will discuss what Lent is and provide tips on managing diabetes during Lent.
Cooking with herbs provides a great way to reap herbs' numerous health benefits while still enjoying delicious meals. Here are five heart healthy tasty recipes filled with herbs you can try.
Living with Parkinson's Disease (PD) can be incredibly challenging and stressful. In this blog, we'll provide an overview of the daily challenges associated with an advanced stage of PD and how you can best help your loved ones living with the condition.
A caregiver's job is not at all easy. It's both mentally and emotionally taxing. That's why it's important for them to have their own support network. Here are the elements of a strong caregiver support network.
Learn what factors should be taken into consideration when creating a senior care budget for your loved one that works.
Some seniors need an extra level of care for their existing or growing medical needs. This article discusses when it may be the right choice for your senior loved one to be cared for by a caregiver with medical training.
Common colds and flu are contagious respiratory illnesses caused by different viruses. According to CDC, flu is caused by influenza viruses, while several viruses, including parainfluenza and rhinoviruses, cause colds. A significant difference is that a common cold is a milder respiratory illness, while the flu can make one feel quite ill and result in serious health problems.
Cold is contagious and can be transferred to another person if proper measures are not in place. For instance, if one has close contact with an infected person, touches a contaminated surface, or breathes respiratory droplets containing the virus. In fact, seniors are susceptible to complications from getting a common cold due to a weakened immune system.
Read on to learn more about colds and how to prevent the spread of the illness.
The flu is a respiratory disease caused by the influenza virus that affects the throat, nose, and lungs. According to the CDC, influenza infections peak during the fall and winter, terming it the flu season. With so much attention paid to the COVID-19 pandemic, it's easy to forget how hard the flu season can hit.