While it’s important for anyone of any age group to exercise, it’s especially critical for older adults to keep fit and active. However, one challenge that many elderly face is the lack of motivation to get started, despite having sufficient time in their day to fit in an exercise routine. Thankfully, there are many effective…
Did you know that individuals over the age of 60 are at a higher risk of developing insomnia? This can cause several problems in your waking life, such as daytime fatigue and a reduced ability to concentrate. Whether you have difficulty falling or staying asleep, there’s no denying the negative impact that insomnia can have…
Although it becomes more important to eat a healthy diet as we age, it can be challenging for older adults to take the first important step. This can be due to a variety of reasons, including financial constraints and mobility limitations that make meal preparation hard. However, there are ways to encourage the older adult…
There’s no denying that the pain from migraines can be debilitating and keep you from going about your daily life. You may find that this gets worse as you age, especially if you are keeping up with unhealthy lifestyle habits that are a trigger for your episodes. Thankfully, there are ways you can manage the…
Oftentimes, dementia patients can see and believe things that aren’t there, and this phenomenon is referred to as hallucinations and delusions. While it is not uncommon in dementia patients, it can nevertheless be highly distressing, both for the patients themselves and their caregivers. The truth is that regardless of how you respond, hallucinations and delusions…