It is difficult to accept that a senior adult in your life is no longer able to perform the same tasks they once could on their own. You may have started noticing small signs that have raised concerns. At first, you may have even turned a blind eye, but when those signs become more frequent…
Sheltering-at-home is one of the best ways to keep seniors safe during this trying time. Still, long periods at home can lead to boredom and resentment. And, experts warn that continued isolation can lead to heightened feelings of loneliness and negative mental health consequences. So, we’ve compiled a list of shelter-at-home activities for seniors to…
Did you know that falling poses a serious risk to the elderly? We usually think as chronic illness as the most important area to focus on when caring for the elderly. However, according to an article published by the CDC, over one-quarter of Americans over the age of 65 fall each year, making falling the…
Must we say it at this point? It is abundantly clear that a proper diet is essential to good health for the elderly in Secaucus. According to the National Institutes of Health, healthy eating habits and eating a well-planned, balanced mix of foods everyday may very well reduce the risk of heart disease, stroke, type…
Diabetes affects a disproportionate number of older adults—approximately 25% of Americans aged 60 and over. In the United States, our growing aging demographic is clearly one of the drivers of the diabetes epidemic. Another less known condition, prediabetes, is even more common and affects an estimated 50 percent of Americans over 65. Fortunately, there are…
Although aches and pains are a natural part of aging, chronic pain can lower one’s quality of life. Today, many people rely on opioids to manage their pain. There’s a downside, however: patients can become addicted to their painkillers. The CDC reports that prescription opioids are now involved in 66.4% of drug overdose fatalities. Meanwhile, the…
“Eat your vegetables!” is something we would hear endlessly when growing up. We may have even scoffed at the notion that broccoli was vital to our existence. You may even have hidden it in your napkin or fed it to the family dog. It turns out Mom was right! Of course, vegetables are always a…
Traveling, like other changes in routine, can be highly stressful for a senior with dementia from Franklin Lakes. However, if your parent is in the early stages of dementia, an enjoyable getaway might still be possible. Here’s what you need to know about traveling with dementia patients. Planning for Your Trip Be sure to bring…
Caregivers are the backbone of our society. Today, upwards of 30 million unpaid caregivers provide care to an adult 50 years or older in homes across America. According to AARP, the economic value of caregiving rivals that of Walmart, the world’s largest company. These statistics, however, hide an ugly truth: burnout among caregivers is high…
Healthy meals for seniors often feel like a challenge. However, food guru Michael Pollan’s memorable words can be a big help. Make good health simple at any age: “Eat food. Not too much. Mostly plants.” There’s a great message packed into those short phrases. Essentially, what we eat makes a huge difference in our health.…