Contrary to what most people may think, it’s not just diet and exercise that allow people to live through an entire century. In fact, many factors are at play if you want to live a longer life. And, unlike what […]
Father’s Day may have come and gone, but that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t continue showing love and appreciation for your fathers, even in their old age. In fact, it’s now that they need you the most. With their conditions making […]
You may remember your parents being reasonably clean and well-groomed, but now that they are aging, they have started to refuse showers, brush their teeth, or even wear fresh, clean clothes.
Heat stroke is dangerous, especially for the elderly, because their bodies can’t regulate heat like it used to when they were younger. Their bodies also have a hard time adjusting to sudden temperature changes, especially when they are extreme temperatures.
Seniors are at a higher risk for heat stroke during this hot and humid summer weather. Here are some tips to help seniors stay cool This is why it’s important that you, as a caregiver or a family member caring […]
If you have an elderly parent and are caring for them, you may find that there will often be friction. Your views may not always be in line with theirs. They may also have quirks that can be challenging to […]
These days, almost everyone is on social media. From the young to the elderly, everyone has at least one account for updating their friends and family about the latest on their lives, as well as keeping in touch with each […]
Most people may think that with fewer teeth, especially for the elderly, keeping the mouth clean and healthy is easier. However, that’s not always true. In fact, people who have dentures, especially seniors, need to have very good oral hygiene […]
Coming to terms that your elderly loved one or aging parent needs to move to an assisted living facility or nursing home can be overwhelming. After all, it’s a big decision. However, if you’re one of those who are still […]
For younger people, falls can often result to bumps and scratches. However, for elderly people, or your elderly parents, falls can cause a lot of damage. From broken wrists to brain injuries, health professionals can never caution us enough about […]
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