Improving Health Literacy in Seniors
What is health literacy and why is it important? Health literacy is defined as the ability to obtain, understand, and use information and services to inform health-related decisions. An individual’s health literacy is important because older adults and their caregivers need reliable health information to make informed decisions about disease and to promote independence in […]
Skincare for Seniors
As you age, your skin can be more susceptible to dryness and irritation due to the physiological changes that come with aging. Your skin can become thinner, lose fat, and wounds can take longer to heal.
What to Look for in a Medical Alert System for Your Elderly Parent
PERS is a Personal Emergency Response System that can provide an aging or elderly individual who lives alone with a device that allows them to hail help quickly.
Caregiver Burnout
Being responsible for an aging loved on is difficult. Though being a caregiver can be extremely rewarding, it can also be extremely demanding and exhausting.
Goal Setting and New Year’s Resolutions for Seniors
The senior population can especially benefit from having healthy goals to enrich their lives and create a sense of purpose.
Dressing Aids for the Elderly
Having seniors dress themselves helps them maintain independence and instill a sense of dignity.
Winter Safety for Older Adults
Ice, snow, and cold temperatures are a challenge for anyone. Older adults, however, need to take extra precaution when braving the cold in the frigid winter months.
5 Minute Peppermint Yarn Wreath Ornament
This yarn wreath ornament is easy, inexpensive, and make a great gift for the holiday season
Cyber Monday: Cybersecurity for Seniors
Internet use among older adults is on the rise, which is why cybersecurity is more important now than ever to mitigate the risk of Internet fraud.
Relaxation Techniques for Seniors
Relaxation techniques can be especially beneficial for some of the chronic illnesses common in older adults. Relaxation techniques are a safe and easy complementary therapy having been shown to help manage chronic illnesses such as anxiety, depression, heart disease, high blood pressure, and rheumatoid arthritis. The goal for relaxation techniques are to produce the body’s […]
