Senior isolation in seniors is a growing as well as serious epidemic across the nation. As many as 1/3 of all the elderly live alone, and for various reasons (limited…
Six Ways In-Home Care Services Can Help Reduce Social Isolation in the Elderly
Isolation. Fear. Loneliness. The pandemic has wreaked havoc on us all in one way or another, but for older adults especially, the seclusion necessary to ensure safety from COVID-19 has…
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How Seniors Benefit from Going Outside and Exploring Nature
…get out the door. This in turn motivates them to be active physically, spiritually, and socially, which can offset illness, disability, and isolation.” Experiment with the examples listed below to…
Best Ways for Family Caregivers and Seniors to Maintain Emotional and Physical Wellbeing During the Pandemic
While we can certainly start to see the light at the end of the tunnel, the COVID-19 pandemic has wreaked havoc on our emotional and physical wellbeing. Months of isolation…
Keeping Seniors Safe from Elder Abuse with a Few Easy Steps
…unhealthy living conditions Unusual changes in behavior Isolation and/or lack of supervision by primary caregiver Bruises, fractures, cuts, burns, etc. without a proper explanation Hostile, demeaning, or controlling behavior displayed…
2023 Tips for Healthy Senior Living
…older adults to stay mentally healthy. The weeks following the holidays are especially difficult emotionally for many people. Help those you love to relieve isolation, sadness, and loneliness by encouraging…
Travel Safety Tips When a Loved One Has Alzheimer’s
After spending considerable time in social distancing and isolation, this summer may lead you even more than usual to want to journey to visit family, or to just encounter a…
Tips to Increase Senior Cognitive Health
…with others. A number of research studies document the damaging impact of social isolation on both physical and emotional health. Staying socially connected with friends, family, as well as the…
Benefits of Continuing Education for Older Adults
…pressure levels, increased cardiovascular health, and a more robust, efficient immune system. Increased socialization. Propensity for isolation is f particular concern in older adults. Taking classes allows for the experience…