Sleep Help for Seniors
It’s often assumed that the elderly have different sleep needs than younger adults, but in truth, sleep needs don’t change in adulthood. At any age, those precious 7-9 hours per night are still what’s required to be rested and ready for the day. But just because older adults need the same amount of sleep doesn’t mean that they don’t face unique challenges in getting it. A study by the National Sleep Foundation found that 44% of older people have symptoms of insomnia more than
15 Fun and Unexpected Summertime Activities for Seniors
Are you hoping to spend time with your elderly loved one this summer but aren’t sure what to do together? Good news -- there are endless options to keep you both entertained indoors and out. Whether you and your loved one are more active and are itching to spend time in nature or prefer more relaxing indoors pursuits, there’s no shortage of activities for you to do together. Read on for our roundup of some of the most fun, unexpected activities to try with your older loved on
8 Ways to Help Older Adults Stay Active and Engaged
Staying active through outside services: A variety of reasonably priced programs and services can help older adults become more active and engaged. Making a good match for them depends largely on their condition and needs. Boredom is a common complaint of older adults whose health limits their ability to be active or who have become isolated. And it's not just a minor issue -- boredom affects mental and physical health and can lead to depression. Here are eight ideas for comb
6 Stimulating Games and Puzzles to Entertain Seniors
While it’s normal to experience some cognitive decline with age, including attention issues and slowed processing speeds, that doesn’t mean you can’t continue to sharpen your brain. Some easy and fun ways for you and aging loved ones to stay mentally sharp are with pastimes you may have enjoyed in your younger years — games and puzzles. We’ve rounded up six types of games and puzzles for seniors that are not only fun, but can help stimulate the brain. 1. Crossword Puzzles Cro
Tips to Help You Age in Place
JOANNE THEUNISSEN WAS talking on the phone in the front yard of her remodeling company’s latest project. “I hope the hammering in the background isn’t too loud,” Theunissen said. “We have a full crew here: framers, electricians, and the plumber is just pulling in.” Theunissen is the remodelers chair of the National Association of Home Builders and also the co-owner of Howling Hammer Builders in Mt. Pleasant, Michigan. She and her team have been busy transforming the two-story
'Healthy' Foods That Elderly People Should Never Eat
At first glance, some foods like vegetable sprouts, fish and eggs may seem healthy. However, depending on how they are prepared, these foods may contain germs that can easily make elderly people sick, causing food-borne illness, sometimes called food poisoning. Ruth Frechman, a registered dietitian and spokesperson for the American Dietetic Association, told AgingCare.com that seniors should avoid some foods that appear healthy, especially raw foods, because of the germs they
The Aging Digestive System: Maintaining Gut Health As You Age
People of every age experience digestive issues from time to time, but as we get older, annoyances like constipation, diarrhea and gas can become increasingly common. Aspects of our physical health change naturally with age, but poor diet, reduced digestive enzymes and unbalanced gastrointestinal flora can wreak havoc on both our digestive and immune systems. There are countless products on the market right now to help improve gut health and immune function, but do any of the
