It’s fairly common for our sleep patterns to change as we continue to grow older. The common saying “sleeping like a baby” doesn’t hold true for senior adults. Sleep is a vital part of daily life. And when our sleep patterns change, it’s not an easy adjustment. Some...
If you’re an adult caring for an aging senior, let’s face it: it’s not an easy task. It’s a rewarding, humbling, frustrating, and wonderful task, one that can create a range of emotions as you provide the needed care. If you’re providing care for a family member so...
Aging can bring about a whole new world of challenges. That said, it’s important to ensure the elderly in your life are well taken care of and safe at home. Each year, thousands of older Americans fall at home. These falls are often due to hazards that can be easily...
For elderly adults that live independently, it’s crucial to ensure they are safe at home. Accidents at home among aging adults are more common than one would think. If you know or care for an aging loved one living independently, there are a few tips you should...
The holidays are here, which means many families will be scheduling upcoming travel plans. Families everywhere travel during the holiday season to spend time with loved ones. As enjoyable as these times are, travel can be hard on all of us, especially the elderly....
The holidays can be a wonderful time of year, yet they can also be stressful. The holiday season brings joy and quality time with loved ones, but with that comes the expectation of gift-giving. For many, purchasing gifts for family and friends can be stressful, but it...