Choosing the right bathing solution is essential for seniors to stay independent and safe at home. As mobility decreases with age, traditional bathing methods can become risky, increasing the chances of falls and injuries. The right setup can improve...
Don't jump to the conclusion that you will automatically gain weight as you age. Yes, it's true that most of us start to put on the pounds after a certain age but we don't have to get fatter as...
Almost any activity that seniors enjoy can be good for their hearts and what better day to indulge in heart healthy activities than on Valentine’s Day!
The history of Valentine’s Day differs from legend to legend but everyone agrees it...
While spending time with grandchildren is always a great joy, grandparents can unknowingly be exposing their precious loved ones to a little-known, potentially deadly danger called “Granny’s Purse Syndrome” - a surprisingly common cause of child poisonings, where curious...
Do you lean in closer to the speaker when you’re having a conversation? Is it easier to understand someone when you can see their face when they are speaking to you? Do you ask people to repeat themselves? Do...
Tinnitus is the perception of sound in the ears (usually described as ringing, buzzing, roaring etc.) when there is no external source linked to the noise. It affects about 15-20% of the population, with about 2 million people reporting debilitating...
More and more people are living alone than at any time in recent history. More than fifty percent of those over 75 live by themselves. For adults over fifty, 8 million are affected by isolation. 26% of those over...
As you age, your kidneys age right along with you. Though you can develop kidney disease at any time, you are more likely to have kidney disease after the age of 60. As you grow older, you lose kidney...
As we age we are often looking for ways to occupy our time and keep our minds active. There is no better way than reading! As a grandparent, you will find reading to your grandchildren very rewarding. You can...
Colds and the flu can have much more serious consequences for seniors than for the younger population. As we age, life-threatening complications can arise from both. Both colds and the flu are viral illnesses which are contagious. They are...
