It’s surprisingly easy to push caregiver holiday stress aside. Some of us have the idea that the holidays are stressful for everyone, so we have no right to complain. But, that’s simply not true. The holidays are harder for caregivers than for many other people, as you have so much on your shoulders. Some caregivers […]
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Here’s How Pets Can Reduce Anxiety And Depression In Seniors
Anxiety and depression are some of the most prevalent mental health problems throughout the world and seniors have a particularly high risk of developing these health conditions. In fact, a 2020 survey revealed that one in four adults ages 65 and up reported anxiety or depression. Having to deal with strong negative emotions can be overwhelming, and […]
18 Holiday Activities for Seniors To Elevate the Season
Holidays are a chance for connection and family, but they’re not always plain sailing. They come with plenty of stresses and challenges. Finding the right holiday activities for seniors can make a huge difference here. Holiday activities have many benefits. For one thing, they keep people engaged. This is particularly important if the holidays are […]
Help, My Aging Father Does Too Much
Finding that your aging father does too much can be frustrating and scary. How do you get him to slow down and protect himself?
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, […]