Social connection is a core part of life. It’s how we feel bonded to those around us and can improve our health in many ways. Engaging with others regularly even promotes resilience, mental health, and physical health, making it easier to respond to the challenges that life throws at us. Loneliness and isolation can be […]
9 Meaningful Activities for Seniors To Create Purpose
The importance of activities is obvious enough. We all need things to fill our days with, to make life worth living. The topic becomes even more important for seniors, as many no longer work, so they have more time in each day to fill. But, we’re not just talking about any type of activity in […]
7 Benefits of Bingo for Seniors & How to Spice the Game Up
Bingo is famous as a game for the elderly. It’s something that seniors play regularly, while the rest of us normally don’t. After all, it seems like a pretty simple game, one that easily gets boring. So, what is it that keeps our aging parents coming back to bingo? Why do so many love it, […]
Dementia Water Balls for Increasing Hydration
Have you heard about dementia water balls? They’re sometimes called dementia hydration balls, water ball jelly drops, or just Jelly Drops. They’re a clever idea, based on the fact that dementia patients often don’t want to drink water. Sometimes they’re even afraid of it. This can lead to dehydration and increase the risk of many […]
What They Don’t Tell You About Hospice Care
While hospice comes with many benefits, there are also some problems with hospice care that need to be addressed.
The Best Free Medication Management Apps and How They Compare
The advent of smartphones and mobile technology has provided caregivers with some incredible new tools to make their jobs easier. Here are 5 powerful free apps that can help seniors to manage medications.