Insomnia in Senior Adults
Insomnia is a sleep disorder characterized by having difficulty either falling asleep or staying asleep. It’s estimated that 10 to 30% of adults live with insomnia; those age 60 and above are more prone to insomnia. Seniors are at a higher risk. Our internal circadian...
Anxiety in the Elderly
As the adult child or caregiver for an elderly person, you’re likely paying attention to any changes in their physical, mental or emotional well-being. One change that you may see in them is increasing worry or fear; anxiety is an issue for many aging seniors. There...
The Cause of Alzheimer’s
A significant finding published in late 2021 may offer the probable cause of Alzheimer’s disease. The study was conducted at Curtin University in Australia and published in the PLOS Biology journal. It identified that a probable cause for the disease was the leakage...
Food Help and Meals for New Mexico’s Elderly
For the elderly across New Mexico who still live independently at home, the current inflation is likely putting a real dent in the budget, particularly for groceries. Many seniors rely on their monthly Social Security to buy food and pay expenses, and the rising cost...
Caring for Someone in Cognitive Decline
If you are caring for an aging parent or spouse, you might notice signs that their memory and ability to understand is changing. Some signs of cognitive decline include forgetting appointments, recent conversations or events; becoming overwhelmed by making decisions...
Preventing Falls
Tripping over something can be dangerous to all of us, but for the elderly, falls can be a devasting event. Preventing falls should be a priority for every senior, especially those still living in their own home. The Center for Disease Control (CDC) says that one in...
