As your loved ones age, they’re more susceptible to choking. This is due to various factors including swallowing huge portions of food, eating too quickly, and poorly fitting dentures. There are many ways you can prevent this from happening. Here are some ways to reduce choking risk. Avoid Fluids During Mealtimes You might have the…
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Nostalgia is a strong emotion that everyone has experienced and can be a helpful aspect of memory care and support for memory loss since it stimulates the brain. While almost anything may evoke nostalgia, films from bygone decades, in particular, can be very impactful. We will look at how watching movies can help older adults…
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After a long winter spent indoors, gardeners must be revving to step outside and feel the dirt under their fingernails again. Those in the know are familiar with the feeling of peace and accomplishment that are undoubtedly the best parts of recreational gardening. It is an exercise in patience and diligence but there is truly…
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As our parents get older, their spending patterns may become more erratic, producing a lot of stress for family members. It’s challenging enough to talk about money, but attempting to deliberately monitor and regulate a parent’s spending is a whole different story. There are a variety of reasons why an elderly might feel compelled to…
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A family member suffering from dementia can cause the entire situation at home to become difficult, not just for themselves, but for those around them as well, including family members and carers. One such struggle that you need to deal with at this time is communication changes in dementia patients. Here is how you can…
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If you notice that your loved ones are starting to get more irritated or have a pessimistic outlook on life, it’s a huge sign that they are now experiencing mood changes. To help yourself and your loved ones, here is a guide on how to deal with a negative parent! Put Yourself in Their Shoes…
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For people with Alzheimer’s disease, exercise is a way to stay healthy and improve their quality of life. Many Alzheimer’s assisted living facilities to prioritize exercise and use it as a form of therapy. You can encourage your loved ones with Alzheimer’s disease to stay active by working out. Here is a guide for safe…
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It’s critical to know what financial questions to ask your parents as they get older. It’s never straightforward persuading your parents to discuss their money issues, but it’s an important part of the planning process. If you’re not sure where to start, elder care professionals suggest talking about your circumstances to get the dialogue started.…
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Among retirement-age individuals, the leading cause of long-term disability is stroke. But by living a healthy lifestyle, you can prevent them. Regardless of your family history or age, to lower the risks of stroke, you may need to make some life changes. It will be well worth it. To help you manage your stroke risk,…
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Today’s retirement communities are vastly different from those of the past, and should not be confused with assisted living communities or nursing homes. They are age-restricted independent living residences for individuals looking to live a maintenance-free lifestyle, where everything is designed specifically for their age group. Here are the benefits of living in 55+ communities…
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