Fish oil supplements are a commonly recommended dietary supplement for a variety of health benefits. One area where there has been some research into their effects is in the care of patients with Alzheimer's or other forms of dementia. Some studies have shown improvements in cognitive functioning as well as a slower decline in activities [...]
Everyone knows the benefits of music, but what about its therapeutic uses? Many seniors find that their quality of life improves when they play music. Especially since music is not just a form of entertainment, but more importantly, it has the power to enhance moods and increase endurance levels. If you're one of those senior [...]
Senior living apartments are becoming increasingly popular these days. They can provide seniors a place to live that is comfortable and where they have access to assistive technology, like telemedicine services and transcribers. Many people forego their retirement homes because they find them too expensive or inconvenient when traveling. For this reason, senior living apartments [...]
Senior years and, in particular, retirement can be a nerve-wracking time. The transition from work and all the other obligations of life to trying to discover what one's next chapter is can be difficult. Often older adults find themselves riddled with anxiety over the unknowns of their future. Fortunately, there are plenty of ways to [...]
People in their later years of life often have difficulty staying active and social. However, that doesn't mean they aren't looking for ways to keep themselves entertained. If you're looking for a way to help your parent or other senior loved one stay busy this summer, consider offering these safe and fun summer activities as [...]
What Is a Digital Assistant? Digital assistants are small, always-on devices that perform voice-enabled tasks. Also known as front-facing devices, they include Amazon Alexa, Apple Siri, Microsoft Cortana, and Google Assistant. These devices have microphones and speakers to hear commands from people in the same room or across the room. Digital assistants can be helpful [...]
Specialized memory care communities provide the residents with care specifically designed to meet their needs. Some residents will merely have poor memories and mild dementia, while others have Alzheimer's disease. Once the memory becomes faulty, the person concerned will often forget their medications, and will sometimes forget to eat, bathe, and often forget bill payments. [...]
Dementia is a progressive, debilitating condition that can make everyday tasks difficult or impossible. You may have noticed in the news that dementia has been connected to increased rates of cancer, stroke, and heart disease. This is because people with dementia have weaker immune systems; they are more likely to get sick and less likely [...]
As we get older, we begin to see changes in the way we remember things. Perhaps you went into your kitchen and cannot recall the reason why or you can’t remember a name you should know during your chat with a family member. You might have forgotten an appointment because it slipped your mind. Lapses [...]
Consider when you were a kid, and your parents made you finish all of the fruits and veggies on your plate. While it may have felt like a drag at the time, you should already know by now that they were setting you up for a long and healthy life. Fruits and vegetables are important [...]
