It has been said that if you have your health, you have everything. When that is no longer the case, and one is unable to care for oneself, we may need to seek outside assistance. Many elderly adults find themselves in a position that requires choosing to leave their home to become a resident in…
DetailsTechnology + Seniors ≠ Oil + Water For many seniors, learning how to use a new form of technology can be intimidating. A lot has changed since they were in their prime learning years. As such, many elderly individuals resist using technology at all. If your loved one is apprehensive about incorporating technology into their life,…
DetailsThere are other circumstances that require a more urgent need for a long-term care plan. If a loved one has recently been diagnosed with a degenerative disease, you will want to think about making plans as soon as possible. It is best to do this early, before their condition worsens. This is especially true in…
Detailswill The. As your loved one ages, it becomes more and more difficult for them to think clearly about the care they will need in the future. Mental clarity and astuteness wane, unexpected health conditions arise, and before you know it, you could be left making decisions about the care of your loved one, without…
DetailsAging is often associated with a gradual decline in self sufficiency. Most elderly people prefer to stay in their homes for as long as possible which often means that they will need help taking care of both themselves and their home. If you have decided to have an in-home health care aide come to care…
DetailsWinter weather poses risks for everyone, but senior citizens need to exercise additional care when the mercury drops. Consequently, if you are elderly or the caregiver to an elderly loved one, keep these five important winter safety reminders in mind as the weather worsens. The elderly in Jamaica Estates should make sure to: Bundle up!…
DetailsTreating depression can be a tricky thing. Unfortunately, not all forms of depression respond well (or at all) to traditional treatments. But, a recent study may provide some surprising insight into one of the driving factors in elderly depression. Depression & Inflammation According to this study, depression and inflammation are linked. More evidence regarding this connection…
DetailsThe Alzheimer’s Association estimates that approximately 5.3 million Americans are afflicted with Alzheimer’s disease. Currently, one in three seniors will die from Alzheimer’s or some other form of dementia. Such staggering statistics may seem dismal, but there is hope on the horizon with recent research findings. Researchers from the University of Southampton in England have…
DetailsTurmeric is a spice that has been the subject of many studies with respect to easing one of the most debilitating aspects of old age – dementia. It contains a powerful antioxidant called curcumin and is used widely in India where some of the lowest rates of dementia and Alzheimer’s disease occur. Dementia from Alzheimer’s…
DetailsMuscle loss and aging typically go hand in hand. As people age, they naturally suffer a loss of physical muscle and mass. This often affects their gait and balance. Unfortunately, weakened muscles and diminished strength are frequently the cause of elderly falls and fractures. While some loss is normal, extreme loss can be caused by…
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