Elder Neglect and Abuse Can Happen to Anyone. Take These Steps to Keep Your Loved Ones Safe.
It breaks our hearts to hear stories in the news of vulnerable older adults who have withstood mistreatment and abuse, and perhaps it may seem as if it is something which will happen to “somebody else” – definitely never to our very own senior loved ones. Nevertheless, as many as five million seniors in the […]
National Preparedness Month: The Perfect Time to Create a Disaster Plan for Seniors
Tornadoes, hurricanes, earthquakes, and various other natural disasters develop suddenly, and although it’s necessary for all of us to have a disaster plan established, it’s extremely vital for senior loved ones, who are often challenged with mobility or chronic health issues. Since September is National Preparedness Month, it is the perfect opportunity to make sure […]
Help Seniors Remain Active With Low Impact Workouts in the Swimming Pool
There is practically nothing better than a relaxing dip in the swimming pool to combat the summer heat, and the buoyancy of the water provides the added benefit of the perfect low impact workouts for seniors to help them remain active while relieving stress to the joints. Be sure to seek the advice of a […]
Top Five Health Risks Impacting Senior Men
In this month of celebrating Dad, it’s the perfect time to make a plan to guarantee the men in our lives are as healthy and physically fit as they can be. Along with Father’s Day, June is also designated as Men’s Health Month – something we must all pay attention to, especially senior men’s health, […]
Aging Skin Needs Extra TLC
As we grow older, skin changes are typical. Our skin becomes thinner and drier, may develop wrinkles, creases, and age spots, and bruises easier. Yet just a little extra TLC for senior skin can go a long way towards keeping it more radiant and healthy. Consider these guidelines from the aging care professionals at Compassionate […]
When Counting Sheep Isn’t Enough: Strategies to Improve Senior Sleep
Staring at the clock. Tossing and turning. Counting sheep. If this describes a common evening for your aging loved one, recognize that he or she is far from alone. While older adults need to have at least seven hours of sleep each night, upwards of half of all older adults report issues with falling and/or […]