Nutrition plays a major role in the health and functioning of elderly individuals. Protein, especially, is linked with muscle health in seniors. Older adults can… Read More »The Importance of Sufficient Protein Intake for the Elderly
A senior’s ability to hear is important to daily life. It is critical that aging people clearly understand a doctor’s verbal instructions, hear the fire… Read More »Common Myths About Hearing Loss Debunked
Legal guardianship of an aging parent may be necessary when the senior’s cognitive functions dwindle to the point where he is no longer able to… Read More »How to Become the Legal Guardian of Your Senior Parent
Anemia can develop as people grow older. Causes of anemia in seniors may be due to dietary deficiencies or chronic illness; some causes of the… Read More »What are the Causes of Anemia in Older Adults
In today’s world, 80 is the new 60. The projected life expectancy for the average American is 78 years, according to the National Center for… Read More »How Does Gardening Benefit Seniors?
Twenty-four hours in a day may not be enough to fit in all the caregiving duties for which a compound caregiver is responsible. Taking care… Read More »What is Compound Caregiving?
A senior can suffer a stroke, complications from an illness, such as the flu, or experience a heart attack. All of these scenarios require immediate… Read More »How to Admit Your Senior Loved One to the Hospital
Today’s nursing homes provide high-quality care. Admitting an elderly parent into a facility is usually done when the senior develops a disability and is no… Read More »How to Decide If Your Elderly Parents Need a Nursing Home
At one point or another, most seniors feel the need to downsize their homes. When children move out and retirement age is reached, there just… Read More »Best Ways to Help Seniors Downsize
Traveling with aging parents can be stressful—especially if it’s your first time. Seniors often have unique needs that must be attended to and accommodated for… Read More »Tips for Traveling with Senior Parents
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