7 Tips on Taking Control of Your Health for Senior Men

National Men’s Health Month is celebrated every June and focuses on a broad spectrum of men’s health issues including heart disease, prostate cancer, colon/colorectal cancer, diabetes, etc. This year, if you’re a senior take the month to start new healthy habits to take control of your health and…

Aging is often a time of transition. Mental health and physical health have a strong correlation. As we all get older, the decline in our physical health may affect our mental health, where we may face challenges. Physical health concerns, major life transitions, and other common experiences during aging…

If you care for a parent, spouse, or an aging loved one, you may be aware of the challenges people face as they age – health care, housing, financial well-being, and long-term care to mind. These issues can feel overwhelming, an elder care attorney is a specially trained professional to help navigate…

When a loved one’s ability to manage their daily activities at home declines, it can become difficult to watch and equally challenging to provide around-the-clock assistance. Finding the right home care company can be crucial as they age or potentially face chronic health issues.Taking a proactive approach…

Is your parent or a loved one having trouble with activities of daily living? Is it your responsibility to care for a loved one that’s becoming frail and overwhelmed?You are not alone, as it is normal to encounter medical, legal, financial, and psychological complications related to aging that eventually…

April is recognized as Stress Awareness Month to bring attention to the effects of stress on individuals and how can we cope with stressors and anxiety. Stress is a normal part of everyday life, but it can be debilitating, especially for older adults.For seniors, age-related challenges like medical conditions…

Aging is a part of the cycle of life, and we naturally anticipate that our parents will eventually show certain signs of aging. Many people over 65 are happy, healthy, and independent at home, while some experience changes in mental or physical faculties that cause them to grow less independent with…

Many factors can influence healthy aging. Some of these, such as genetics are out of our control. Other factors include exercise, a healthy diet, going to the doctor regularly, and taking care of our mental health which we can control. Aging can cause older adults to lose the energy, muscle strength…

There comes a time where we may notice our loved ones are no longer able to fully care for themselves. While your loved one may not be ready for a full-time nursing home, they may need assistance with everyday activities. Companion care offers the chance to build relationships with caregivers who can…

Long-term care is a term that encompasses a variety of services that are designed to meet someone’s personal or medical needs and who are unable to perform a variety of essential duties on their own.Long-term care is provided in different places by different caregivers, depending on a person’s needs…

As we age, what are some of the most common health problems we may face, and how can we manage these well? Age, family, genetics, and gender are all factors for older adults to avoid becoming chronic disease statistics.It is crucial to understand the issues that individuals may encounter as we age and…

February is designated as American Heart Month and it serves as a great reminder to everyone to take care of our hearts in all stages of life.  Heart disease is one of the leading causes of death in the U.S. and a condition that is highly affecting the elderly population.When it comes to heart health…

At the beginning of the year, we often think about ways to improve our lives by setting goals for the New Year. Goal setting is commonly associated with younger adults, but setting goals is very important for older adults too. Goals and resolutions provide us with goals and purpose in our lives. It may…

Hypothermia and hyperthermia are both conditions that can happen when the body is exposed to extreme temperatures or when the body is unable to regulate body temperature. Hypothermia can happen with prolonged exposure to cold temperatures and when this happens, older adults are at risk of experiencing…

Today is National Houseplant Appreciation Day and an excellent opportunity to celebrate the joys and benefits of tending to an indoor garden. Cultivating a garden is a great activity for seniors and it’s fun, purposeful, and even provides numerous health benefits.Indoor gardening and houseplants are…

Happy New Year! As 2022 has come to a wrap and 2023 is already underway we are filled with hope to make this year better than the last. During the month of January, many people make New Year’s resolutions as a goal and desire to change. January is also National Hobby Month, a perfect time to start…