Time and time again, all you hear is how the older you get the more you lose your memories and your faculties. That’s far from the truth! As you grow older, there is so much you can do to keep your brain active. Poor memory and cognitive deterioration doesn’t have to be part of aging… [Continue]
Pros and Cons of Nursing Facilities
Conversations about nursing facilities are bound to occur with seniors that are considering all their options regarding growing older. They might not know everything about nursing facilities, what they offer, and what they don’t offer. They might hear good things, or bad things regarding the facilities, as well. Whatever options you’re considering, it is important to know all… [Continue]
Teaching Your Elderly Parents To Use Technology
Changing times, new technology—making it a whole new world! Everyone wants to have the latest and greatest technology—seniors are no exception! You have a savvy, older parent that wants to keep up with the ever changing times—So, what do they do? They purchase the newest smartphone, T.V., or computer,of course! They may, however, become easily frustrated or annoyed by not being able… [Continue]
Speaking up For Seniors in Need and Why
Sadly, it is becoming more commonplace that seniors are being abandoned, are left alone, even those that need some assistance finding somewhere to go, or someone to turn too. The youth of today might not even know how despairing it is when they do not assist with simple things, such as carrying the bags of an elderly… [Continue]
How to Ask Your Children for Help as an Aging Parent
Sometimes, it is difficult to ask for help, no matter how old you are. Children like to show that they are independent and do not need to ask someone to help them; while parents that are aging might feel like a burden and a bit embarrassed to ask their children for the help that they might… [Continue]
Secrets of Super Ager Brainsa
As you age, you may fear becoming forgetful and in the process, losing your identity. Losing mental capacity is often seen as an unfortunate, but inevitable part of aging. However, new research has shown that some elderly individuals between the ages of 70 and 80 have memories and functioning capacities that more closely resemble those… [Continue]
Listening to Doctors is Important for Aging Parents
When it comes to the doctor, sometimes it’s difficult to hear what they say, especially if it is bad news. If you go to the doctor with your aging parents, it is very important to focus in on what the doctor has to say. Many people do not understand the importance of listening to the… [Continue]
What Super Agers Teach Us About Aging
Memory loss is often seen as simply a side effect of aging. As terrifying as it is to lose your identity and your independence, you probably view it as inevitable. However, new research from Northwestern University has shown that some elderly individuals maintain their memory and brain function well into their senior years. How do… [Continue]