Many of today’s elder generations grew up with a garden, even if they lived in a town or small city. During World War II, Victory Gardens were very common; vegetables, fruit and herbs were grown to help each family provide its own food instead of relying on others...
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...
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...
If you’re looking for a home care service in the Albuquerque-Rio Rancho-Santa Fe region in central New Mexico, there are many options. In-home senior care can be provided by large national companies, locally owned companies, or even private individuals. What are the...
If you’ve watched TV lately, you’ve already seen commercials with holiday gift ideas. If you’re starting your gift list, the question often comes up: What do you give an elderly parent or grandparent? Sure, you could wrap a holiday gift of bath salts or a new tie, but...
There are a number of issues that can cause balance issues in the elderly which can increase the risk of a serious fall. As people age, they often become more frail but what are the signs to watch for that may indicate a balance problem? To maintain proper balance,...