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With age comes a whole host of problems. If you have older parents, you’ve likely seen or heard about some of these issues, including the tendency to wander. There are many reasons your elderly parent might wander off on their own, but to understand them, we also need to know…
We spend a considerable time of our lives sleeping. Proper rest is essential for a happy and healthy life and as we age, this is particularly important since a good night’s sleep assists the body’s natural healing and restoring processes. In recent years, adjustable beds have gained significant popularity among…
For many of us, visiting our grandparents for the holidays or going over to their place for the weekend are some of the happiest memories of our childhoods. We all love them to death, but sometimes it’s not easy to express that love. There’s a divide of generations between us…
Reaching your golden years comes with its growing pains. Staying fit is one of the main challenges of entering old age. However, you can easily find fun ways to stay active. You can exercise indoors, but if you want a breath of fresh air, then the outdoors is your domain….
Physical and mental abilities change with age. One of the essential things to do as a caregiver is to make your home elderly-friendly so that they can live comfortably in their surroundings. Many people are unaware of the little things they can do to make their homes more accessible for…
Pursuing retirement is a dream for the average nine-to-five worker. When you’ve saved enough to officially leap into retirement, you can kick up your feet and sigh in relief. However, the idea of decorating a brand-new home can often leave you overwhelmed. Don’t fret; here are the things to consider…
The idea of going back to school can make you nervous, no matter your age. And if you are an adult, going back to school after being out for a number of years might make you feel even more anxious. From balancing work and school to learning new tech, you…
Growing older is a beautiful event, but as we grow older, we tend to forget things and may even let other things slide entirely. Whether you’re the one growing older or are the caregiver for someone reaching this point in their life, you should look over this list of essential…
The nursing shortage can feel scary. There are fewer than ten nurses for every 1,000 people. If something happens to a good chunk of the population, there wouldn’t be enough nurses to go around, and that’s scary. The good thing is understanding the issue makes it easier to address. High…
Assisted living is a type of senior housing created for those who need different levels of personal and medical care. If you have a loved one who is reaching the stage of needing extra support and care, it may be time to look into assisted living options. If you’re not…