We all snore at some time in our lives. A cold or allergy can obstruct the nasal passages, and a few drinks too close to bedtime can instantly relax the muscles in the tongue, palate, and throat. Before we realize it, we are unintentionally forcing air through these soft tissues, creating vibrations that are heard…
Socialization often remains a significant reason why seniors move into retirement homes. Social support networks can calm retirement fears. If your weekly schedule is unoccupied, but you seek active social life, then a retirement community may help. You may participate in music therapy, join reading groups or engage in sports activities to make friends in…
The United States is facing an Alzheimer’s epidemic as the country grows older. And with age comes an increased risk of dementia, a condition that affects memory, thinking, and behavior. For those caring for loved ones diagnosed with dementia, finding ways to help them cope with the condition can be challenging. Luckily, there are treatments for…
It can be heartbreaking to see your elderly parent lose interest in eating. Not only does it take a toll on their health, but it’s also worrying for their loved ones who want them to eat well to maintain good health. But this can be dangerous if they don’t eat enough food to stay healthy…
It’s common for the hearing faculties in older adults to deteriorate as they age. According to the National Institute on Deafness, close to 50% of older adults aged 75 and above have hearing problems, and every one in three between 65 and 74 of age has some hearing impairment. Despite being a typical byproduct of…
At some point in their lives, lower back pain will be experienced by approximately 80% of all Americans. Symptoms can range from sharp shooting pains to dull throbbing aches, and everything in between. Causes range from fibromyalgia and other chronic conditions to arthritis as a result of injury and more. Your quality of sleep can…
Many times, golden-agers end up leading a very inactive lifestyle that’s highly detrimental to their overall wellbeing. If your elderly loved one is experiencing discomfort or pain from their medical conditions or has simply lost the motivation to stand up and exercise, they might begin to sit down far too much in their day. It’s important to…
The risks of leading a sedentary life are magnified for seniors, who are already at risk of acquiring major health problems. You or your loved ones may require inspiration to be energetic after retiring since greater periods of time at home might lead to you retreating to your favorite armchairs. You or your elderly loved ones are encouraged to…
Older adults have a higher propensity to choking while eating due to reduced swallowing function. This is dangerous for them as these accidents unfortunately can sometimes end up being fatal. As such, it is important to know how to reduce choking risk in your loved ones. Here is everything you need to know about choking…
If you are living with older adults at home, you definitely want to make sure that you can monitor them all of the time. Of course, your own situation won’t permit you to do so, especially because you have other things to attend to. With this, you know that they may be prone to skin…