The elderly often suffer from loneliness and isolation due to their diminished mobility and increasing dependence on others. As a society, we have a responsibility to ensure that our elderly [...]
Maintaining sufficient hydration is one of the most important ways that seniors can take care of their health. The human body is made up of anywhere from 45-75% water, and [...]
Older adults have a significantly increased fall risk, with one in four people over the age of 65 having a dangerous fall every year. According to the CDC, falls are [...]
Social isolation is often a concern for elderly populations and can lead to mental and physical health declines. Younger family members may live far away and are often busy with [...]
Mental health care is an issue for everyone of any stage of life, but as people begin to age, they can become more susceptible to certain chronic mental illnesses. This [...]
There may come a time in your life in which your senior loved ones — parents, grandparents, or former guardians — may no longer be able to live independently. While [...]
Throughout our lives, our relationships to our family can change drastically. When you’re a child, your family cares for you before you strike out on your own. As an adult, [...]
Living in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic is a unique, challenging, and at times terrifying time. This is even more true when it comes to caring for seniors and [...]
