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There are various ways to approach getting better sleep at night especially as a senior. You may have heard about not napping for too long during the day or avoid eating a full meal before bedtime. If you are facing trouble sleeping, we have got some important tips for you which you can try to help get a sound sleep: Try a New Mattress It is common for people to own a mattress for 10 years or more. While there is no such expiration date for these cushions, it’s a good idea to swap them out if it is been a few years and you face discomfort on your present mattress. Consider buying a new one when you move to a senior living home. It is recommended to have the mattress delivered right to your new residential place. Change Up the Temperature The temperature in your bedroom is a big factor in your ability to sleep through the night. Many people like to have a colder setting at night than during the day as this enables them to cozy up under a comforter without getting too ho...

For older adults, maintaining a healthy weight is quite difficult. Many times, their preferences for certain foods change as they age and their appetite for food decreases. All these factors lead to weight loss and pose health concerns for seniors. Recent studies show that seniors who have a healthy diet keep themselves away from the risk of certain cancers, high blood pressure, and heart disease. They have more energy and engage themselves in activities a lot. Here we have some suggestions on how to help a senior maintain a proper weight to lead a healthy lifestyle : o Try to have the senior eat three meals a day on a regular basis. o Offer a diverse variety of healthy foods. o Make sure that the foods served at each meal are a mixture of carbohydrates, proteins, fats, vitamins, minerals, and water. o Select foods that are low in fat, saturated fat and trans-fat. o Add some healthy snacks throughout the day. Also, the additions of food that help support a healthy w...

Lonely Senior Thinking In this new era of technology, with just a few clicks of text, you can stay connected with individuals from all over the world. But, even with the latest advancements in technology, there are many seniors today who live in isolation and deal with loneliness. Surprisingly, loneliness not only affects someone mentally but also adversely affects the physical health of an individual. As friends, family members or caregivers, it is essential to be aware of the effects that loneliness can have on a senior’s mental and physical health. How Lonely Are Seniors Today? There has been ample research done on the topic of loneliness among the senior community. Less than 20% of seniors live alone and a recent study from the University of California in San Francisco suggests that living with others may feel lonely. 43% of seniors surveyed and the results were quite shocking as the seniors felt lonely even when they were not living alone. Seniors that are 60 years ...

National Women's Health Week Being healthy is really important. And it's never too early or late to start with the efforts to be healthiest. To encourage and inspire women all across, the world celebrates National Women's Health Week . This National Women's Health Week, try out these easy ideas and have control of your health. What is National Women's Health Week? Basically, this week serves as a reminder for women to make their health a priority. Every year, during this week, millions of women take steps to improve their health. So, it is an attempt to build positive health habits for life. And this is the 19th annual National Women's Health Week which kick- starts with Mother's Day . It will be celebrated from May 13 to May 19, 2018. It's a great time to make a change. Don’t know how to start? Let’s help you with some simple steps. Follow these steps to ensure a healthy tomorrow. Get Yourself Checked: Even if you feel you are health...

Alzheimer’s is a risk for many as they age. But did you know there are some foods which help cut down on your risk of developing this disease? If someone in your family is already suffering from Alzheimer’s disease then you already know how difficult it can be to care for them. And there's probably a good chance that you have done some research to discover the preventive measures. However, the fact is that practical and feasible advice is hard to find. However, there is a lot you can do with minimum effort to help reduce your risk of Alzheimer's disease. It is feasible with a planned diet. Actually, it is possible with "Mediterranean-DASH Intervention for Neurodegenerative Delay" ( MIND ) diet. While this combines the Mediterranean and DASH (Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension) foods, collectively it focuses on the reduction of the risk of hypertension, heart attack and stroke. In fact, as per a study, MIND diet helps lower the risk of Alzheimer’s disease b...

Senior Person Performing Voice Search With technology continually helping to ease seniors' lives, it is worth noticing how impactful voice devices have become. Find out how these intuitive devices are becoming necessary for elderly. It is likely that you are familiar with the terms ' Alexa ' or ' Google Home '. Basically, these are available on a phone or a speaker and can be controlled with your voice. This means, you ask it a question and they will respond with an answer. Or you give it a command, and it will complete the desired task. These devices have gained massive popularity in the market over the last few years. But have you wondered how useful these can be to your elderly? Let’s give you three reasons why you need to have them for your seniors; No More Memory Worries  As stated, these devices provide assistance to seniors. You need to understand that there are plenty of other ways voice command devices can free their mind. In the old days...

Seniors Exercising No doubt, each stage of life brings its own set of challenges. As people reach their senior years, they face health challenges. So, it’s quite important to keep ourselves healthy so that when we enter into senior citizenship, we don’t face many health challenges. It’s quite obvious people of all ages benefit from healthy lifestyle choices such as remaining active, engaging in a regular aerobic activity, following a balanced diet and staying tobacco-free. And, this is especially important for those people who are entering into their golden years. Here we have listed health challenges faced by seniors these days: • Common Illnesses - Influenza and Pneumonia: As you age, your immune system grows stronger; however at the age of 65 your immune system starts to weaken. When this happens, you become more susceptible to common illnesses – pneumonia and influenza. • Arthritis: This chronic condition is painful which makes it difficult to maintain an ac...

Family Gathering For most of us, the holiday season is a joyous time where we experience shopping, arrange family get-togethers and enjoy outings with friends. However, many seniors feel lonely during this time of the year. They often feel neglected by other family members. This holiday season, you can give the gift of your time and make every possible effort to include seniors in your holiday festivities. There are various ways to make the holidays extra special for senior loved ones in your life: Have a Family Game Night Make your senior loved ones feel a part of the holiday celebrations by inviting them into your home for a family evening, like game night. Family night might seem mundane to you, but for someone who spends a lot of time at home alone would certainly feel great around the energy of a family and that can easily lift the spirits of your senior loved one. You can even go for watching a holiday movie or telling entertaining stories with some warm and comfort...

In order to live a healthy and long life, maintaining a regular exercise regimen is essential. A mere 150 minutes per week of brisk walking can add 3.4 years to your lifespan easily. Especially if we talk about elders, they are more prone to accidents and health problems as compared to younger generations. Exercise can significantly reduce such health risks and it also helps them to maintain their quality of life and independence as well. As people age, strength and stamina naturally decline but this doesn’t mean they shouldn’t exercise. We have listed a few safe exercise tips that are suitable for the elderly: Swimming Senior Swimming For seniors, swimming is a gentle and impact-free exercise. It does not place a strain on the joints and can improve their flexibility and range of motion . Swimming can also prevent age-related muscle loss and help seniors maintain the physical strength and balance required to stay independent. In addition, swimming gives the heart ...

Seniors at Assisted Living An assisted living facility is a place where seniors can reside for a longer period of time. All types of personal care such as support with meals, medications, bathing, dressing, and transportation are provided to the seniors at the assisted living centers. An assisted living facility is a better option than a nursing home for seniors who are still able to be independent. But be careful while choosing an assisted living facility for your senior. If you are looking for the perfect assisted living facility, consider the following points: Assisted Living is Not Forever It is quite a big misconception that seniors are allowed to live in the assisted living residence for a long time. Most of the times, seniors fail to do so and it leads to the rush in the assisted living residence. Therefore, all of them cannot enjoy the benefits of the facilities at assisted living. This results in a shortage of beds, food, etc. Thus, if you are deciding to move t...