Dementia has a way of disrupting and slowly destroying one’s life. It can become irreversible and progress into a much more severe disorder like Alzheimer’s disease. However, an individual can halt its deteriorating effects by sticking to their doctor’s intervention plans, such as engaging in mind-stimulating and interactive activities for seniors. Just like normal older [...]
The senior citizens have taught us the true meaning of culture and tradition. Without them, we probably would have lost touch with our festivals. Holidays can be a lot of fun for senior citizens, even if they have physical limitations. It all comes down to feeling included and loved. Holiday activities for seniors need to [...]
Art therapy became a distinct form of psychotherapy back in the 1940s. It was considered an effective way for people of different age groups to express their emotions and achieve personal growth. Art therapy helps people gain self-understanding and effectively process their emotional changes. Many therapists prescribe art therapy to patients to help them cope [...]
With the pandemic still plaguing the world, many older adults have become more concerned and protective of their physical health, and for good reasons. However, this does not mean that you should forget about another essential aspect of your well-being, which is equally important--your mental health. The mind needs exercise just like your body if [...]
Heart disease, hypertension, and diabetes are just a few among several health conditions that mainly affect the older adult population. With the plethora of illnesses that threaten a senior’s health, some may be likely to be overlooked, one of which is dehydration. Whether you are an adolescent or a 40-something mom, drinking enough water has [...]
Many seniors fear aging mainly because of its consequences. They do not like the skin wrinkles and the gradual body decline that come with it. Moreover, they do not want to face the most challenging question of them all--where to spend the remainder of your golden years. However, seniors need to ready themselves for this [...]
Mental health refers to a person’s psychological, emotional, and social well-being. It is the state of your own mind, whether or not it “feels” well and good. Having a healthy mental well-being means either or all of these three things: A person that functions well and serves his/her purpose in the society, workforce, and social [...]
Senior memory care refers to an assisted living facility specifically designed to give care and medical services to older adults with memory problems. It goes beyond the standard services provided to seniors in independent living communities. Moreover, it provides a specialized kind of supportive care that focuses on dealing with and bettering the symptoms of [...]
As a senior, you might be asking the question “how to stay active as a senior.” Staying active isn't rocket science. By merely combining different kinds of exercises, you can make your workouts more enjoyable as well as get the most out of your workout time. The secret is to discover what activities you love [...]
Physical distancing is part of our "new normal" since it has been a vital preventive measure against the spread of the COVID-19 pandemic. But with strengthened social distancing should come more robust emotional connectivity. Now more than ever, these trying times call for our need to connect with each other. Visiting seniors during COVID [...]
