If you’ve ever been welcomed home by an excited dog, had your lap warmed by a loving cat, or turned to a cherished pet in a stressful moment, animal therapy will make perfect sense to you. Dogs and cats provide unconditional love and can immediately make people feel calmer and less stressed. Studies have shown …
Healthy Snacks for Seniors
Everyone knows that nutrition plays an important role in aging well. You are what you eat, they say. Eating a well-balanced diet rich in fruits, vegetables, lean proteins, and whole grains will help give your body the vitamins, minerals, and nutrients it needs to maintain good health. While some dismiss snacking as unnecessary, many experts agree …
The Dangers of Sitting Too Much
You might not realize how often you sit each day. Whether you’re relaxing on the couch, driving to the grocery store, perched in front of your desk, or resting on a bench at the park, prolonged sitting is a threat to your health. Sitting may be comfortable and convenient in many situations, but it can …
Eye Health Tips for Seniors
For a lot of seniors, a stronger glasses prescription is just a part of life. But you don’t have to resign yourself to deteriorating eye health as you enter your golden years. These eye health tips for seniors will help you keep your vision sharp so you can keep on enjoying life.
Thanksgiving Tips for Healthy Eating
If you’re like most Americans, you look forward to Thanksgiving dinner all year round: the juicy turkey, flavorful stuffing, fluffy mashed potatoes, tart cranberry sauce, and of course a big dollop of gravy to top it all off. Second helpings and slices of pie for dessert are integral to the experience as well. But perhaps …
What Are the Stages of Alzheimer’s?
If your loved one has been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease, you may be experiencing quite a bit of uncertainty. After all, an Alzheimer’s diagnosis raises a lot of questions related to your loved one’s health, finances, and life expectancy. Fortunately, there are several things you can do to reduce your own fear and ensure your …
Alzheimer’s Caregiver Stress
Alzheimer’s caregiver stress is a serious problem. According to a study by psychologist Peter Vitaliano, caregivers had a 23 percent higher level of stress hormones than non-caregivers. Stress has detrimental effects on both your mental and physical health, so it is important to find ways to relax and bounce back from the stress that caregiving …
Tips for Communicating with Someone with Dementia
Discovering that a loved one has dementia can be difficult to understand and accept, as this condition often changes relationship dynamics. It’s important to remember that you and your loved one will still share many wonderful conversations and make happy memories together. However, you may need to adjust your expectations and adopt new communication tactics. …
The Importance of Hearing Aids
Hearing loss is incredibly common, impacting 48 million people in America and 360 million people worldwide! It’s especially prevalent amongst seniors, with over half of people age 75+ suffering from hearing loss. So if you’ve noticed that you’re struggling to hear, don’t be embarrassed and don’t feel alone. Schedule an appointment to have your hearing …
The Link Between Poor Sleep and Alzheimer’s
Feeling a little fuzzy after skimping on sleep? It’s not your imagination – poor sleep can contribute to serious brain fog. In fact, research suggests that poor sleep may have far-reaching cognitive impacts that go beyond day-after fatigue. Researchers have found the link between poor sleep and Alzheimer’s, which suggests that sleep disorders can increase …
