Food scarcity is a concern and reached just over 12 percent in July 2020. States like California and Florida were among the top states where people were having a hard time affording food. While the pandemic plays a big part in this, people with fixed incomes or who...
How does your senior respond to higher heat levels? Some people don’t have any additional difficulties, but some older adults experience big swings in their health or managing chronic health issues due to weather. It’s important to understand how heat and other...
Sundowners syndrome is one of the symptoms of dementia and Alzheimer’s disease. It is basically when someone with these disorders gets confused later on in the day. If you have a loved one who has sundowners syndrome, there are some tips that can help you to reduce...
Dementia is enough to deal with on its own because the changes that it creates for your senior is really large. But if your elderly family member is dealing with dementia and diminished vision, she may feel a little bit more lost, especially as her dementia...
Around ½ of United States citizens who are 75 or older will have cataracts. If your elderly loved one has cataracts that are impairing their ability to accomplish certain things, you can schedule them an appointment. Cataract surgery might be a good option for them....
Being a caregiver isn’t for the faint of heart. It’s a tough job that can leave you feeling exhausted and overwhelmed. Caregivers experiencing burnout may feel especially stressed. Higher levels of stress can have a lasting impact on health, such as high blood...