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Upon retirement, seniors find they have more time on their hands. Many occupy themselves with hobbies, travel, or spending time with loved ones. However, some seniors may not have enough to do, which leaves too much time to dwell on negative thoughts. There are several ways families can help their aging loved ones relieve anxiety and stress. 1. Provide Mental Stimulation By keeping the mind busy with positive activities, seniors…
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Gardening is often described as an ideal senior activity because it’s rewarding and physically active. This is true for seniors with dementia as well, but they might not be able to handle every aspect of gardening by themselves. Certain gardening activities are well suited to those who are living with cognitive issues. These gardening activities are all beneficial and safe for seniors who have dementia. Preparing Soil Gently aerating soil…
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Physical and social activities can increase balance, mobility, gait, and mental health in aging adults living with Parkinson’s disease. Family caregivers need to find interesting activities their aging loved ones can do without putting their health in jeopardy. Here are some activities that are safe for seniors with Parkinson’s. 1. Reading Parkinson’s can make it difficult to read. However, there are safe ways to make this activity a little easier….
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Hearing acuity often decreases with age. While not typically associated with serious medical problems, hearing loss can significantly impact quality of life. If your senior loved one has hearing loss, he or she may have difficulty with the following situations. Driving Dangers It’s essential that all drivers have the ability to hear approaching emergency vehicle sirens and railroad crossing signals. If your loved one is unable to hear well, he or…
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It’s essential that certain interventions be considered when caring for a senior who is bedbound. Elderly people who spend prolonged periods in bed face many physical and psychological challenges. Fortunately, there are some effective strategies you can follow so your bedbound aging parent can live a healthier and happier life. Perform Frequent Body Checks When you give your loved one a bed bath, make sure you perform a body check….
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High blood pressure is a risk factor for serious health issues that occur more frequently in the senior years, such as strokes and heart attacks. While seniors with high blood pressure should always take their medications as prescribed and follow a heart-healthy diet, there are activities they can do to keep their blood pressure under control. Encourage your senior loved one to regularly engage in these activities to get his…
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Many seniors have difficulty maintaining a healthy weight because metabolism naturally slows with age. Obesity can cause a lot of health issues, including diabetes and heart disease, and it also makes it difficult for seniors to stay independent and move around. Though it can be challenging for older adults to change their eating habits and start losing weight, the higher quality of life makes weight loss worth it. Here are…
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Elderly immune systems are typically not as effective in preventing illness or infection compared to those of younger adults. There are a variety of factors that make seniors more susceptible to disease processes. Insufficient Immune System Older bodies don’t produce as many white blood cells, T-cells, and natural killer cells compared to when they were younger. Thus, there aren’t enough immune cells to recognize and combat new infections. In addition,…
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Seniors may not want to stay awake until midnight, but that doesn’t mean they can’t enjoy New Year’s Eve. There are plenty of fun holiday activities perfect for seniors. Here are six festive activities they’re sure to enjoy. 1. Try New Traditions Cultures across the globe have developed hundreds of unique New Year’s traditions. Seniors who have spent decades watching the ball drop may enjoy sampling the traditions of other…
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The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that up to one-third of adults over the age of 65 fall each year. A loss of balance remains one of the major contributing factors that lead to falls. Maintaining balance is a complex process that involves physical ability combined with sensory organ function. There are a variety of reasons any of these areas might fail and lead to a loss of…
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