Some seniors find it challenging to live alone, but they will not ask for help or say they need help. Why? They do not want to feel like a burden to other family members. This desire to keep things private is not ideal for their overall health...
Read More ›Social isolation and loneliness are among the many health concerns that affect the elderly population. Many factors contribute to this like impaired mobility, being geographically separated, divorced/separated/widowed, disability, and more. When...
Read More ›We often associate memory and brain problems with aging but this is not necessarily the case. Not all diseases that we see in older adults are due to aging, other contributing factors may be present. For example, Dementia, which is a general...
Read More ›While some seniors require assistance with daily tasks like bathing or going to the grocery store, others require more supportive care when they have chronic diseases or cognitive disorders like dementia. Regardless of the level of care, it can...
Read More ›Chronic diseases, such as heart disease and Alzheimer’s disease, are common and are often experienced by seniors and older adults. These may take years to treat and may become a burden in the long run. But even as chronic illnesses are...
Read More ›Some seniors and older adults may have difficulties doing activities for their daily living. This is because of the different health conditions, such as chronic diseases and dementia, which hinder their normal function. With these conditions,...
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