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6 Unhealthy Types of Food that Can Lead to Diabetes

By >Meredith LaPira, 9:00 am on January 12, 2021

Type 2 diabetes is a metabolic disease that impacts the body’s ability to create or use insulin. While this medical condition is devastating when left untreated, most people can avoid it entirely with healthy dietary habits. Here are six unhealthy foods that could increase a …

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7 Benefits of Yoga for Aging Adults

By >Meredith LaPira, 9:00 am on December 29, 2020

Yoga is a form of exercise that requires seniors to move and pose in positions designed to boost health. Because yoga is a gentle yet rigorous form of exercise, it’s ideal for seniors who want to stay in shape. Seniors who regularly practice yoga can …

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Mistaken Beliefs about Aging Adults & Nutrition

By >Meredith LaPira, 9:00 am on December 15, 2020

Despite all the information available today when it comes to seniors and nutrition, there are still some lingering myths that can be confusing for caregivers trying to help their senior loved ones maintain healthy diets. To clear things up, here are some of the most …

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How Can Alzheimer’s Caregivers Address Feelings of Guilt?

By >Meredith LaPira, 9:00 am on November 24, 2020

Alzheimer’s caregivers often experience a wide range of emotions, including guilt, when caring for senior loved ones living with the disease. If you’re an Alzheimer’s caregiver, realize that what you’re feeling is perfectly normal. Finding support can be key to managing your emotions. Understand that …

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Immunity-Boosting Tips for Older Adults

By >Meredith LaPira, 9:00 am on November 10, 2020

With age, immune systems become weaker. As a result, seniors often experience more frequent occurrences of colds, flu, and pneumonia than the average healthy adult. If you care for a senior loved one, try some of these tips to help him or her naturally boost …

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How to Help Your Older Loved One through the Grieving Process

By >Meredith LaPira, 9:00 am on October 27, 2020

Losing a loved one is difficult at any stage of life, yet seniors are often hit hardest by feelings of grief. During the senior years, older adults often lose several loved ones in a short time, and they may already be experiencing feelings of depression …

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Main Financial Planning Topics for Older Adults

By >Meredith LaPira, 9:00 am on October 12, 2020

  One of the most difficult things for adult children to do is have “the talk” with an older parent about his or her finances. Parents teach their children about finances, and when the tables are turned, it can be uncomfortable for both parties. However, …

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Reasons for Aging Adults to Go Back to School

By >Meredith LaPira, 9:00 am on September 29, 2020

Though some seniors have physical health conditions that deserve attention, it’s just as important to focus on their mental and emotional wellbeing. Many aging adults are choosing to go back to school after retirement not only because they have the time to do so but …

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How Light Therapy Can Help Aging Adults with Alzheimer’s Sleep Better

By >Meredith LaPira, 9:00 am on September 15, 2020

During the early stages of Alzheimer’s, seniors may sleep more than usual or occasionally wake up disoriented after naps. As the disease progresses, sleep patterns often include waking at night and compensating for missed sleep during the day, which can be disruptive for caregivers as …

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How Can Exercise Calm an Agitated Senior with Alzheimer’s?

By >Meredith LaPira, 9:00 am on August 25, 2020

Managing challenging behaviors that occur with Alzheimer’s is a huge responsibility for caregivers. Agitation often occurs when seniors experience changes in their daily routines that lead to boredom or make it difficult for them to find positive outlets for their energy. This is why exercise …

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