Even the most independent of seniors may start to experience a change in their quality of life as time goes on. When faced with such changes, it’s time to weigh the pros and cons of aging in place and receiving homecare vs. moving into assisted living. It’s important to remember that needs change [...]
Older adults are at higher risk for social isolation and loneliness due to the changes that can come with aging. Loneliness and poor health, including a decline in hearing, vision, memory, mobility or general wellness, are closely intertwined and can create a vicious circle of problems. When chronic illness causes seniors to stop engaging in [...]
It’s estimated that a 65-year-old today has an almost 70% chance of needing some type of long-term care services, and one in five senior adults will need elder care for five years or more. Elder care can include a wide range of services delivered in a variety of settings. The duration and level of [...]
As we age, the risk for heart disease increases; those who are 65 and older are much more likely than younger people to have a heart attack or stroke, or to develop heart disease. While aging itself may cause unavoidable physical changes in the heart and blood vessels that will affect heart health, other factors [...]
Often, spouses will find themselves in a caregiver role for a husband or wife who has become ill or incapacitated. Or adult children may assume responsibility for aging parents who are facing increasing health challenges. In any situation, a phenomenon known as “compassion fatigue” can set in and cause the caregiver to suffer burnout. If [...]
July is the month that Americans reflect on and celebrate the gift of independence. Living life on our own terms is a cherished freedom. However, as we age, most of us have to concede some of our independence as our health or physical and mental abilities change. Three-quarters (75%) of adults surveyed by AARP consistently [...]
Is your loved one still in his or her home, yet they need support for daily activities or have a medical condition? Have they had a health setback or are beginning to show signs of dementia or other challenges? The idea of moving them into a nursing home or assisted living facility may feel too [...]
One of the first lifestyle-related decisions most aging seniors make is choosing between moving to an assisted living facility or staying in their home. This post explains which services you are most likely to find under each type of living arrangement, and it gives an overview of similarities and differences in the two environments. Considering [...]
