The number of dementia cases are expected to more than triple by 2050. One of the rarest forms of dementia is called Creutzfeldt-Jacob Disease. Only one in one million people are diagnosed with it annually.
Many diseases can cause dementia...
As we finish the last day of Alzheimer's Awareness month, we wanted to share some insights on the difference between Alzheimer's and dementia.
Many people are affected with dementia, as well as Alzheimer's Disease, and understanding the two can be...
As we all know, we are all living longer due to advances in medicine and technologies. This also means that retirement planning can become trickier and long term care costs must be part of the plan.
Long term care support...
Old age can often come with an image of a lonely, melancholy person sitting forlornly at home, but studies show that people often achieve optimum levels of happiness when they cross the 60+ threshold. In our elder years, we...
Many people do not have a will. It is suggested that more then 50% do not. Governments have rules they follow if there is no will and this may not be your desire. Hard earned money and lifelong savings can go to...
As we age, vitamin deficiencies become more of a problem, due to medication side effects, disease and improper diet. One of the most important vitamins that we need, vitamin D, is especially lacking in many senior’s diets.
What are the...
Private senior care or home care fills a widening gap in needed services, especially for those who have elderly parents who need care. With waiting lists for nursing homes or long term care facilities in many areas, or loved...
We often talk about senior health and well-being. The topic of senior health covers many aspects of senior living. As we age, so does our sight along with the rest of our bodies. Certain ailments can creep up like glaucoma so...
It is this time of year when the weather is up and down that many people catch colds and viruses. Many seniors may not feel well, with the lack of sunlight and the difficulty in getting outside as much. It...
Hip replacements have become quite common in seniors due to injuries and arthritis. These days a hip replacement is a relatively low risk procedure and can help you retain your independence and increase your quality of life. Like any...
