As we age, it's normal to experience some decline in memory. However, there are things we can do to help keep our minds sharp and our memories strong. Here are six memory-boosting activities for aging adults to keep their minds active and healthy. Brain Games One great way to boost memory is to play brain games. There are many different kinds of brain games available online and as apps for smartphones or tablets. These ...

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With the New Year comes new resolutions to get physically fit. Aging makes it even more important to keep our bodies active and healthy. According to the National Institute on Aging, physical activity can help seniors stay independent and actually prevent many health problems. Here are the top five physical activities seniors can do to maintain their health. 1. Walking Walking is a great way to get some exercise and fresh air. It’s low-impact ...

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For many of us, holiday time may be the first time in many months or even years that we are seeing our family members. Changes in cognition in someone who lives with dementia can be a game changer for family gatherings. We want to offer you some suggestions to make your holiday visits as successful and loving as they can be! When preparing, consider: More than one or two visitors at a time can be ...

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As we age, it can become more and more challenging to maintain independence. Simple tasks we once took for granted, like cooking and cleaning, can become obstacles. Add a few physical challenges, like arthritis or difficulty showering, and things can seem insurmountable. That's where assisted living comes in. Assisted living is designed specifically for seniors who need help with activities of daily living. It is also a situation where social engagement becomes possible and ...

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What sets Senior Care Authority (SCA) apart from other senior care companies? How does the Senior Care Authority franchise leverage its franchisees to provide exemplary care? How does Senior Care Authority empower the elderly and serve their community? Franchise Business Review spoke with the Senior Care Authority team to discuss their unique business model and community enrichment programs. SCA is a professional senior placement and elder care management organization. Their national network of advisors helps ...

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It's a difficult decision to make, but sometimes it becomes clear that our older loved ones need more care than we can provide at home. If you're struggling with the decision of whether or not to place your parent or spouse in an assisted living facility, this blog post is for you. Here are some signs that it might be time to start considering assisted living. Are Simple Activities Becoming Difficult? Assisted living ...

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One out of four older adults will fall this year, and some falls result in serious injury. According to the CDC, the number one cause of injuries in adults over 65 is falling. These accidents may result in hip fractures, cuts, and even severe head and brain injuries that can be fatal. While many times there is no serious injury, repeated falls can prevent someone from participating in certain activities out of fear they’ll ...

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Human beings are not one-dimensional. We are multifaceted creatures who respond physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually to the outside world. Holism speaks to these facets in each of us, the whole person as a sum of parts, and maintains we can’t live well unless the connections between those parts are recognized and honored. Our holistic health depends on it. But what is holistic health, and how is it achieved? The principles of holism have ...

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Being a caregiver to a senior loved one who requires home care can be a wonderful way to show how much that person means to you and an opportunity for real personal growth. But it can also be stressful, so a caregiver’s health is an important consideration. Holistic health for caregivers is an approach that can help make a meaningful difference in the way caregivers not only feel but in how they deliver care ...

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Ambiguous loss is related to both absence and presence. In some cases, the body is present, but as is common with dementia, psychologically and emotionally, a person seems absent or changed. In other cases, the body is absent (as in missing), but mentally, the person is still very much present to the loved one. It is common that others may not recognize the loss you are experiencing or acknowledge that grieving is ongoing for you ...

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