Older adults are particularly susceptible to loneliness during these challenging times. Seniors are most likely to self-isolate due to fear of infection, while also potentially lacking the proper support system to alleviate loneliness. Those aged 65 and older are the ones most affected by this pandemic. Older adults can stave off loneliness during this time in the following ways: Make…
Did you know falling is the leading cause of fatal and non-fatal injuries for older Americans? Falls threaten seniors’ safety and independence and generate enormous economic and personal costs. A growing number of older adults fear falling and, as a result, limit their activities and social engagements, affecting their independence and quality of life. This can result in further physical decline, depression, social isolation, and…
For families who have an aging or disabled relative, it can be difficult to know when to ask for help and who to turn to. Sometimes asking for help is often accompanied by feelings of helplessness, panic and uncertainty. When is the right time to seek out assistance? The signs the time is right will manifest themselves in a number of ways —Chronic…
Aging seniors view the ability to drive as one of the key factors to maintaining their independence. But with modern medicine increasing life expectancy, many seniors are outliving their ability to drive safely. Deteriorating health, vision and hearing impairments, and medication interactions can all contribute to unsafe driving conditions. You should encourage your aging parent to stop driving when you…
What is the difference between dementia and Alzheimer’s disease? Often times, people use both terms interchangeably but there is, in fact, a profound difference. In fact, Alzheimer’s is but one of four types of dementia. Alzheimer’s Disease Alzheimer’s disease is a progressive, degenerative condition that attacks the section of the brain controlling thought, language, and memory. By far the most well-known type…
Dorothy Gale from the “Wizard of Oz” said it best…“There’s no place like home!” When faced with the prospect of moving to an assisted living facility or aging in place, seniors overwhelmingly choose to stay in the comfort and privacy of their own homes as they age. According to an AARP survey, nearly 90% of those over age 65 want…
“I’m perfectly capable of managing my own affairs!” “I don’t need a babysitter!” “The house is already clean!” “I can bathe/dress myself, thank you very much!” You’ve probably heard these lines a hundred times by now. Your aging parents are perfectly fine and don’t need you or anyone else to help them with their activities of daily living. But their living…
Imagine being told you have a chronic and incurable condition and that there is little you can do to halt its progression. This is what it’s like when a loved one has been diagnosed with dementia and the aftermath can be frightening for that person and their family members. But sometimes, it isn’t only the person suffering from dementia who refuses to…
Joey Daley spends majority of his week with his mother Molly, but she doesn’t always remember it. His mom was diagnosed with Lewy Body Dementia two years ago at the age of 65 and her condition has been getting progressively worse. After being frustrated at the lack of real life examples of how people deal with dementia, Joey set out…
You check the clock for the hundredth time. It’s nearly 5 o’ clock and you’re looking forward to leaving another busy day at work behind. The approaching evening holds promise for a bit of relaxation and unwinding from the day’s stress. But for many elderly people who suffer from Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia, the onset of evening hours can be a…
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