Older adults are prone to choking while eating because their swallowing function deteriorates with age. People experience a loss in muscle strength in the mouth and throat. This can be due to age or medication usage. Many older folks have less saliva so their mouth and throat are less moist. Aspiration pneumonia is a possible…
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We all love protein. Few things are as satisfying as a well-cooked steak or as fun as a barbeque outdoors with friends and family. Yet in as much as we enjoy digging into Turkey at thanksgivings, during the rest of the year we may neglect to eat enough protein for our body to run at…
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With age, some people have difficulty maintaining the proper level of nutrition in their bodies. One of the most common and essential aspects of maintaining adequate nutrition is eating enough food to keep your body running at optimal levels. So, how can you make sure you are eating enough? We’ve compiled the best ways to…
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It should come as no surprise that spending time at the beach can be incredibly therapeutic. The crystal clear waves, soft sands, and salty air make for a good combination to head outdoors and soak in the sun. Regardless of age, we can all agree that the beach is one of the most beautiful places.…
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Moving into senior living can be scary, especially if the family member in question has never lived on their own before. Not only will the move be physically tricky— adults over 65 are generally at more risk than young adults when it comes to injury—but it will also present challenges mentally and emotionally. There are,…
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When you’re trying to find the right assisted living community for yourself or your loved ones, you’ll be very right to consider the kinds of amenities and programs run by the community. Reason being, if you’re going to live somewhere, you might as well make sure that it is able to accommodate (if not enhance)…
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As people age, their circadian rhythm changes, and they experience changes in the amount of sleep they need each night. In addition to needing more time to get to sleep and feeling groggier when waking up, Aging adults who are not sleeping well are at an increased risk of developing cognitive problems like Alzheimer’s disease. However,…
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Older adults who wish to retain a high quality of life must be in good health. It’s never too late to make a change for the better. Here are five healthy habits that you and your loved ones should follow in order to make the most of your golden years. Take Good Care of Your…
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Strokes are serious medical conditions that can affect your loved one. Strokes can be fatal or can lead to adverse loss of functionality. Strokes can affect people of different age groups but we become more vulnerable to this medical condition as we grow older. The good news however is that there are measures that we…
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Do you have an aging loved one? Are you considering the possibility of long-term care for them because you’re no longer able to provide the care they need? Time may be of the essence, and there are many options to be considered. For your loved one, you already know you want somewhere that provides socialization,…
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