As we age, maintaining flexibility, balance, and overall mobility becomes increasingly important. Doing so is crucial for supporting our daily activities, reducing fall risk, and preventing injuries. One effective way to achieve this is by incorporating stretching into our daily routine. In this article, we will explore the numerous health benefits of stretching for older […]
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How Does Dementia Kill You?
Dementia is well-known as a disease that impacts the brain, eventually robbing a person of most things that make them recognizable as an individual. It’s also the leading cause of death in many places. One estimate suggests that close to 14% of deaths have dementia as an underlying cause, which is a shocking number (much […]
The Idea of Selfishness and What it Means for Caregivers
The idea of selfishness comes up often in discussions of caregiving. I most recently saw it in the reviews for two books on dementia – Where the Light Comes In and Neither Married nor Single. Both books generally get good reviews, but there are a few people who say the authors are being ‘selfish’. I […]
How Caregivers and Seniors Can Increase Their Productivity
When you are in the middle of a particular task, there will always be a thought that you should increase productivity and get appropriate results. Meanwhile, you must not get tired or feel lazy if you wish to achieve what you desire! But how are you supposed to do it? Do you need to execute […]
Stunning Mother’s Day Gifts for Aging Moms
So, we’re coming up to Mother’s Day again. It’s a special time of the year and a chance to show your mother how much she means to you. But… it’s tricky too. After all, if your mom is now a senior, you’ve probably had 60 or more years of mother’s days, not to mention Christmases […]
How Do You Respond To Allegations of Elder Abuse?
What happens if you put your heart and soul into caring for a loved one, just to be accused of abusing them? Learning how to respond to allegations of elder abuse is crucial – as such allegations can damage your reputation and even put you at risk of legal action. The first thing is to […]