Deciding to move yourself or a loved one to an Assisted Living community can be stressful, emotional, and sometimes confusing. These overwhelming feelings often lead to a delay in the decision to move a loved one into a community. However, if the quality of living changes drastically for a loved one after a medical incident…
You might say you don’t have time for fiber in your diet. However, it really is critical that we all eat foods that contain fiber or risk developing several serious health problems. The Role Of Fiber It provides us with many health benefits, but it also has a significant role to play in our overall well-being.…
The golden age is a time of reflection, growth, and change. For some, this means new experiences at your new home in a retirement community of your choice; for others, it may mean new opportunities. However, for many people, it also means new hair loss. Theories abound about why hair loss commonly occurs in this phase of…
Staying in touch with your adult children can be a difficult task. Now that technology has made communication easier, you can use a few video chat platforms to stay connected. But one crucial thing to keep in mind is that not all platforms are available in all countries. Here are some of the best video…
As people get older, their risk for asthma increases. The body’s natural defenses against allergens, such as pollen, decrease as people age. Additionally, older people’s ability to breathe easily and rid themselves of excess mucus diminishes. This makes living with asthma challenging in old age, but it becomes complicated when you have to manage it…
Parkinson’s disease is a progressive movement disorder that affects the nervous system. The death of cells in a part of the brain called the substantia nigra results in a loss of motor skills, including walking and talking. Depression is a common condition that affects millions of people worldwide. It is characterized by feelings of sadness,…
Retirees can sometimes feel bored and inactive after years of working because there is not much to do besides relaxing and enjoying their lives. However, this can be a challenge for some retirees as they are no longer busy working, leading to depression or other mental health issues. This is especially true if they don’t…
Our body is a complex but efficient system capable of self-repair. However, when it gets attacked by viruses, bacteria, and other foreign substances, it needs our help to fight back. The following food can prevent our immune system from weakening in the first place and boost it when it is weak. Citrus Fruits Citrus fruits…
A bathroom for an aging parent can be a dangerous place. The walls may not have enough grab bars, and the floor may be wet and slippery. To make sure your aging parent is as safe as possible in the bathroom, in the retirement community, or even at home, read our bathroom safety for aging parents.…
Are you looking for a community to spend your retirement life in? Wondering if a retirement community is suitable for you? As you start planning for the future and wonder where would be an ideal place to hang around, or what hobbies you and your loved ones can engage in during your retirement life, consider…