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...
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....
Senior adults are often prescribed multiple medications by their physician to address the illnesses and issues of aging. Yet some seniors do not take the medications as directed. The US Department of Health and Human Services estimates that 55% of the elderly don’t...