As we all get older, most of us experience changes in how well we hear. You may notice an older family member turning up the TV volume. Or asking you to repeat something. Recent studies have tied hearing loss that goes untreated with an increased likelihood of dementia. A mild loss of hearing is the… Continue reading Hearing Loss and Dementia
The dry, cold temperatures of winter are approaching and for seniors and their families, it’s a time we should think about skin care, both to protect it and to make the skin healthier and feel more comfortable. Skin Facts Skin is the body’s largest organ. As we age, it becomes thinner and no longer looks… Continue reading Winter Skin Care for the Elderly
Vitamin D Vitamin D deficiency is an issue of concern for more than just the elderly. This important vitamin contributes to good health in a number of ways in your body. It helps your body absorb calcium and maintain strong bones and teeth. It also helps to reduce inflammation, builds your immune system, and helps… Continue reading Vitamin D in the Elderly
Alternative therapies and helps of all kinds are being researched and used on a trial basis all across the country in the care of our elderly citizens. Especially in the care of those with Alzheimer’s and other types of dementias. In speaking with health care practitioners, we find a number of therapies that might seem… Continue reading How Animals Benefit The Elderly
Have you noticed that as we age, genuine, deep sleep is more and more difficult to attain? Many people blame this sleeplessness on the aging process, but is it right to do so? There are certainly many older persons who can sleep well through the night. Why Don’t I Feel Rested? Sleeplessness is caused in… Continue reading Sleeplessness In Older And Aging Adults
Incontinence is an issue of embarrassment among many older people. According to a report from 2014, about half the population of older Americans experience urinary leakage or accidental bowel leakage. And roughly 25% have moderate, severe or very severe urinary leakage. That’s a lot of people! Perhaps because people are unwilling to talk openly about… Continue reading Incontinence in Older Adults
Loss of Vision Our vision naturally weakens as we age. This gradually degradation in our vision, especially for close objects, is a common occurrence as we enter late to middle-age. Do not be alarmed unless your ophthalmologist says that you have a more serious condition. There are many cases, however, where vision loss can be… Continue reading How to Prepare for Vision Loss As We Age
Early Signs of Alzheimer’s Lapse in memory that disrupts daily life Challenges solving problems Trouble making plans Mixing up time and places Problems using words in speaking and writing Misplacing things and then not being able to retrace steps to locate Overall decrease in judgement – trouble making decisions Withdrawal from social activities Change in… Continue reading Personality Changes and Dementia
The summer months are upon us! And staying cool and well hydrated become top of mind especially for those in the Southwest. In recent years fitness gurus have been touting how important hydration is for our health. Water bottles are now common place. You’ve probably even seen water bottles for sale in stores or on… Continue reading Hydration for the Elderly
Are you staying active as you age? Being physically fit is emphasized as important all throughout our formative years. Schools generally have Physical Education (PE) courses, colleges have gyms and sports teams, women and men of child-bearing age are encouraged to be active and have gym memberships. Much is said about how exercise will make… Continue reading Fitness For Our Golden Years
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