Many of us will go leaps and bounds to improve our physical wellbeing – but what about our mental health? It is very common for people to dismiss this notion and focus only on physical exercise and a healthy diet. While it is true that the physical realm has a positive impact on our mental… Read More »
How Wearable Fitness Technology is Improving Senior Care
Wearable fitness technology is one of those buzzwords that makes you stop and read it again. And then you nod your head and agree that yes, it makes perfect sense. Fitness refers to your body’s overall health. Wearing fitness-specific technology is the best way to measure and monitor it. Wearable fitness technology includes such medical and monitoring… Read More »
7 Elderly Care Apps Every Caregiver Needs
Caregivers have a demanding job that can be utterly overwhelming at times. While support from friends and family can help alleviate the burden, apps can ease some of the stress that comes with caregiving. The world of caregiving is dominated by awesome apps that can technically do everything. From assisting in health emergencies to getting… Read More »
5 Engaging Activities for Dementia Patients
Dementia is a daily reality for around five million people in the US. While the research suggests that statistically fewer people are developing dementia, many still do. Those with high-stress lives are particularly vulnerable. It’s important to understand that dementia is a catch-all term for numerous conditions that compromise mental ability. What may be almost… Read More »
7 Types of Elder Abuse (and How to Spot Them)
Humans are strong creatures. And we often try to hide our distress from other people. This is why, as a caretaker or relative, it’s important to know how to look past the brave face an elderly person might wear and see the signs of abuse. And elder abuse might not be as self-evident as you… Read More »
The 5 Best Technology Trends for Senior Care
Technology is changing the senior care scene. According to Pew Research Center, more than half of seniors are now using the Internet. And 77 percent of seniors now have a cell phone. Social media and a variety of apps can help your parents maintain good health mentally, emotionally and physically as they age. In this… Read More »
What Is Dementia Care Mapping?
Did you know that an estimated 4 to 5 million Americans currently have dementia? Even more troubling are the high costs of dementia care. The National Institutes of Health (NIH) estimated that dementia care costs $215 billion a year for Americans. That makes dementia care more expensive than heart disease and cancer. Unfortunately, many aren’t… Read More »
How to Care for Aging Parents: What to Know When They Need Help
Your parents have always taken care of you, but now, it’s time for you to take care of them. It can be overwhelming trying to figure out how to care for the elderly. Luckily, you don’t have to do it alone. Keep reading for seven tips on how to care for aging parents. 1. Share The Load If… Read More »
5 Home Safety Tips When Taking Care of Elderly Parents
If you’re caring for your elderly parents, you worry. You worry about what can happen to them when you’re not there to help. It’s not uncommon to feel helpless when it comes to taking care of elderly parents. But there are steps you can take to help them be safer. Especially in their own home.… Read More »
Virtual Reality Improves the Quality of Senior Living
As technologies of the last couple years have advanced by light years, senior living will perhaps benefit the most. By 2020 the U.S. Census Bureau projects that nearly 15% of the population will be over 65. Within 10 years, 1 in 5 people will be over 65. Never before in history have we had a senior population… Read More »
The 3 Health Benefits of Social Media for Seniors
When you think of social media, I doubt you picture grandma tapping away on her smartphone.You would be surprised by the benefits of social media for seniors. Just three years ago the number of social media users over the age of 65 was thought to be under 10%. Now, that number seems to be on the… Read More »
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