Cognitive function and the ability to take care of one's self are factors considered when creating the best living environment for seniors. Families struggle with decisions about whether their parents should stay at home with a nurse or if moving into a senior community would be better. For some, the choice is out of their [...]
Scam artists are known to target the most vulnerable, and this is why many seniors are at risk. Fraudsters can manipulate seniors into believing outlandish stories. Common scams involve claims that a loved one is in trouble and may get arrested, and many elderly individuals offer confidential information and payments to the scammers to protect [...]
Seniors are in the highest risk category for glaucoma and could experience symptoms of the condition at any time. For many elderly individuals, the problem isn't that glaucoma develops, the issue is that the person cannot get access to needed eye care. Older residents who live alone may not have access to family members that [...]
Human beings are social creatures, and being separated from other people for long periods can have devastating effects on anyone, but the problem is especially critical for the elderly. The COVID-19 pandemic forced millions of people to distance themselves from others or run the risk of catching the deadly disease. That isolation resulted in unprecedented [...]
Dementia is an umbrella term used to describe a condition that causes changes to a person's memory, reasoning, and thinking. Alzheimer's and dementia are often used interchangeably, and while related, they are different. There are various types of dementia, and each has unique causes and symptoms. Some people have more than one kind of dementia, and [...]
Veterans review a variety of communities when they are ready to retire. When touring communities, veterans want a safe place to live that provides everything they need. If the veterans can live independently, they look for communities with private apartments. If they need help, they want communities that offer opportunities to socialize and cultivate new [...]
In many communities created for seniors, there are opportunities such as daily dining that give each person a chance to get out of their apartments and spend time with others. Each of these options could make a major difference in the person's quality of life. Studies show that many seniors isolate and don't get out [...]
Not all adult children of aging parents live close by. In many cases, they've moved to new towns, or even different states, to pursue career goals and start their own families. That doesn't mean they can't take care of their aging parents. The holiday season provides an excellent opportunity for kids who live far from [...]
