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Sometimes, growing older is a slow and demeaning process of losing the comforts and freedoms you took for granted in your younger years. A big one is the ability to drive. As vision dims, decision-making processes falter, and a senior prepares to enter home care, it becomes clear that it’s…
Many seniors find that saving money is important since many sadly find themselves on a fixed or limited income. At the same time that their income is shrinking, many seniors find that as they age they end up having to take more and more prescriptions. Without a program such as…
Staying at home as you age is possible, but it requires some caution and preparation. Whether you are aging yourself or simply looking to keep elderly loved ones safe, you should keep several things in mind when thinking about home safety. Here are 11 home safety tips for elderly people,…
It’s taken a long time, but many of our older parents are starting to catch up and learn how to use smartphones properly. It’s taken a lot of frustration and explaining, but we finally got them there. Unfortunately, there are still plenty more tech gadgets that would make their lives…
The aging process can come with hardships and trials. However, plenty of things can alleviate some of these issues, whether they’re used in assisted living facilities or in-home care for parents. Here are some of the must-have tools to improve senior quality of life. Canes Although it might seem simple,…
As people get older, their cognitive abilities decline which often leads to the development of severe medical conditions. One of these is dementia which generally refers to the disruption of memory, language, thinking and problem-solving skills that affect daily life. According to statistics, about 50 million people suffer from dementia…
No matter how old you are, there is nothing like relaxing in the calming embrace of home. This is a feeling that never fades away yet can become difficult to recreate as we move through the different stages of life. For those moving into an assisted living facility, this transition…
There are several varying reasons for why you may need to buy a cane. While this seems like a simple, straightforward task, it’s important not to neglect some helpful information first. There are several things to consider when buying a cane including the type, size, and the overall feel. To…
Whether you’re a seasoned wearer of hearing aids or just a beginner, getting your hearing aids cleaned is something that every wearer can struggle with at some point. Can you believe there’s a right and wrong way to go about it, based on your hearing aid of choice? Whether you’re…