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Why Aging Adults with Dementia Stop Eating & Drinking

By Meredith LaPira, 9:00 am on September 11, 2018

As dementia progresses, it’s not uncommon for seniors to reduce their intake of food and fluids. There are many reasons these dietary changes occur. However, there are also a variety of methods you can try to reverse the issue. Disorientation Seniors with dementia no longer …

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Enjoyable Group Activities for the Elderly

By Meredith LaPira, 9:00 am on August 28, 2018

Participating in fun adventures with family and friends can lift a senior’s spirits and enhance his or her overall quality of life. Family caregivers should choose exciting adventures seniors can do regardless of their physical limitations because it allows them to enjoy the activities instead …

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5 Reasons Older Adults Hide Their Dementia Symptoms

By Meredith LaPira, 9:00 am on August 14, 2018

The typical course of dementia begins slowly with minor memory lapses and confusion that occur more frequently in time. The slow progression of this illness often allows seniors to hide their symptoms from their loved ones at first. However, this only delays them from getting …

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What You Need to Know Before Becoming a Caregiver

By Meredith LaPira, 9:00 am on July 24, 2018

Family caregivers are often thrust into the position, but taking a little time to make sure this is what you want to do is important for your wellbeing. Being aware of these important aspects of being a caregiver may help you feel confident about taking …

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6 Foods That Can Cause Memory Loss

By Meredith LaPira, 9:00 am on July 10, 2018

The brain needs nutritious fruits, lean and organic meats, vegetables, and enough vitamins to operate properly. Not eating enough of these healthy foods and consuming too many processed and junk foods can activate toxins in the body that negatively impact memory. Avoid serving your senior …

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Leisure Activities to Try in the Golden Years

By Meredith LaPira, 9:00 am on June 26, 2018

Seniors who stay engaged in new and favorite activities after retirement are more likely to retain their abilities. Use these tips to help your aging loved one find leisure activities that fill up the extra hours throughout the day. Write a Memoir Today’s seniors have …

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5 Ways to Prevent Loneliness in Seniors

By Meredith LaPira, 9:00 am on June 12, 2018

More than any other age group, seniors tend to feel lonely and isolated. Reasons for loneliness could be loss of a spouse, children and grandchildren growing up and becoming too busy with their own lives, friends moving away, retirement, poor health and mobility, and financial …

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How to Lower the Risk of Sunburns in Aging Adults

By Meredith LaPira, 9:00 am on May 29, 2018

Seniors need sunlight to keep their bones healthy and enhance their mood. However, too much exposure to the sun can put seniors at risk of developing skin cancer, in addition to sunburns and other health issues, which is why family caregivers need to do everything …

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5 Ways to Care for a Senior with Limited Mobility

By Meredith LaPira, 9:00 am on May 15, 2018

Seniors with limited mobility do not have to let their health limit their enjoyment in life. Today, older adults can use mobility devices such as wheelchairs and walkers to continue to get around. Use these five tips to help your senior loved one accomplish his …

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How to Manage an Elderly Loved One’s Medications

By Meredith LaPira, 9:00 am on April 24, 2018

Medication management becomes challenging as seniors accumulate multiple prescriptions to help with their health conditions. On top of having too many medications to keep up with, seniors may also have memory challenges that increase the risk of experiencing a medication mishap. You can use the …

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