By Senior Lifestyle | November 01, 2017
November is National Hospice and Palliative Care Month. Senior Lifestyle recognizes hospice care as a vital component of person-centered senior care, and while we realize the subject of hospice is often fraught with both emotion…
By Senior Lifestyle | December 19, 2016
Being the caregiver for your mother, father or both can be a tough task. From rolling around wheelchairs to making sure medications are taken properly, caring for elderly parents can be both physically and mentally…
By Senior Lifestyle | September 14, 2016
As baby boomers continue to age, the number of seniors with Alzheimer’s disease continues to grow. According to the Alzheimer’s Association, about 5.8 million Americans are experiencing the disease. By 2050, the number is expected…
By Senior Lifestyle | May 16, 2016
Dehydration runs rampant among Americans. The National Institutes of Health cites reports that 75% of Americans are chronically dehydrated. It’s also reported that 17% to 28% of older adults are dehydrated. Lack of hydration, though…
By Senior Lifestyle | April 28, 2016
Preventing falls is an essential part of caring for seniors. According to the Centers for Disease Control, one in four adults over the age of 65 falls each year, and 3 million people are treated…
By Senior Lifestyle | April 22, 2016
As we age, it’s not uncommon to encounter changes in our mental health. Two prevalent conditions among seniors are depression and dementia, both of which can significantly impact the quality of life for individuals and…
By Senior Lifestyle | March 09, 2016
While sitting may seem harmless, it can actually be very dangerous to your health if done to excess. In fact, sedentary living has been linked to many health problems, including obesity, diabetes, heart disease, and…
By Senior Lifestyle | January 21, 2016
Get information on the mysterious effects of sundowner’s syndrome. Learn about symptoms and sundowner’s syndrome treatment possibilities with Senior Lifestyle. Sundowner’s syndrome can be quite a shocking phenomenon for both those who suffer from it…
By Senior Lifestyle | December 29, 2015
Approaching the topic of senior retirement communities with your parents can be a delicate and emotional endeavor. Aging is a natural part of life, and as your parents get older, their needs and preferences may…
By Senior Lifestyle | October 27, 2015
Dementia is a general term indicating difficulty in the ability to think, remember or make decisions, all of which interfere with everyday activities. The World Health Organization defines dementia as a deterioration in cognitive function…
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