Some seniors have a hard time managing their finances as they grow older. This can make it hard for them to function independently, not to mention leave them open to being taken advantage of by someone with unscrupulous intent. Financial literacy declines with age after year 60 at the rate of 1 percent, reports NCBI. [...]
Most of us are aware of the benefits of regular exercise in old age, yet we abstain from regular exercise by giving many excuses. Lack of regular physical activity makes us more prone to diseases such as osteoarthritis, cardiac diseases, endocrine abnormalities, etc. Here we’ll discuss some of the factors that often restrict us from [...]
Cardiac disease is the leading cause of death both in men and women. About 11% of the US population aged 45 and older have coronary heart disease. Here we’ll discuss basic pathology, symptoms, risk factors, and preventive measures to save ourselves from cardiac issues at a later age. Basic Pathology and Symptoms Coronary artery disease [...]
Smoking leads to serious health hazards and puts us at high risk of developing cancers, cardiovascular diseases, pulmonary issues, and many other lifelong disorders. Quitting smoking at any age can improve overall health and add years to life. However, we may find it difficult to quit smoking as it contains nicotine and other addictive substances. [...]
Supporting a loved one from a distance presents unique challenges. No matter how steadfast and thorough you are, there is no substitute for local support. In that respect, getting to know your senior loved one’s neighbors can be a key to success. Use these tips from Unified Caring Association Reviews to help your senior loved [...]
Arthritic conditions such as osteoarthritis are the leading causes of chronic pain in old age. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), about 14 million US seniors aged 65 or older are affected by osteoarthritis. Unfortunately, leisure lifestyles and obesity make us more prone to osteoarthritis in old age. Here, we will [...]
Affecting a significant number (about one-third) of the elderly, loneliness and social isolation can put us at risk of serious health problems. We can take certain measures to cope with the loneliness of the elderly, and among those, "Friendship Line" is the most accredited crisis line available for the elderly. Here we’ll discuss how we [...]
The likelihood of suffering chronic and disabling diseases has increased due to a significant increase in life expectancy in recent years. Consequently, we need professional care and assistance as we get older. Here we’ll discuss which diseases or situations can make us care-dependent and options to overcome this issue, including how AmeriCorps can help us [...]
YouTube is home to an astounding 800 million videos and 37 million different channels! On average, people spend 100 minutes each day watching videos online. Videos are an engaging, visual way to get information. From quick DIYs to in-depth tutorials, YouTube has something for everyone, including older adults. Today, we’ll talk about 7 of the [...]
Each year, 36 million people in the US aged 65+ report a fall; three million visits the emergency room. Falling doubles the likelihood of future falls and kills 600 people every day. Falling is usually the result of many factors, including medical conditions, medications, and environmental factors. Today we’ll learn about the dangers of falling, [...]