5 Symptoms of Stroke to Watch for in Seniors

By Gary Hightower, 8:00 am on September 29, 2023
While strokes can occur at any age, seniors are at increased risk for lasting side effects of stroke. If you’re a family caregiver, one way you can ensure your senior loved one has the best chance of an efficient recovery in the case of a stroke is to seek immediate…

4 Parkinson’s-Related Sleep Issues

By Gary Hightower, 8:00 am on September 15, 2023
Since Parkinson’s is primarily thought of as a condition that affects motor skills, less visible symptoms are frequently overlooked. If you have an elderly loved one with Parkinson’s disease (PD), he or she may be experiencing some of the invisible Parkinson’s symptoms, including difficulty sleeping. To ensure you’re able to…

Why Should Aging Adults Maintain a Sense of Purpose?

By Gary Hightower, 8:00 am on August 25, 2023
Having a sense of purpose can help your elderly loved one age gracefully and enjoy a better quality of life. Here are some of the reasons it’s important for aging adults to maintain a sense of purpose. Boost Metabolism Seniors who pursue their goals can experience significant bursts of energy…

Most Important Facts about Total Hip Replacement

By Gary Hightower, 8:00 am on August 11, 2023
A total hip replacement is a major surgical procedure that often becomes necessary to help a person manage arthritis. Some seniors might also need this type of surgery if they experience major injuries that cannot heal on their own. Learning as much as you can about the procedure helps you…

How Can Meditation Lower the Risk of Heart Disease?

By Gary Hightower, 8:00 am on July 28, 2023
Heart disease is one of the most common health conditions among seniors. The damaged blood vessels and blood clots associated with heart disease can cause a variety of dangerous conditions, so it’s important for seniors to do everything possible to lower their heart disease risk. If older adults want to…

8 Foods Older Adults Should Stay Away From

By Gary Hightower, 8:00 am on July 14, 2023
Eating healthy is important for older adults. The foods they consume could increase their muscle strength, boost their brain function, and reduce their risk of heart disease and digestive issues. However, eating the wrong foods could lead to cognitive decline and other serious health issues. Here are some of the…

6 Pieces of Advice to Help Elderly People Age in Place

By Gary Hightower, 8:00 am on June 30, 2023
Helping an elderly loved one age in place is one of the best ways to ensure he or she gets the most enjoyment out of the senior years. With the right types of support, your loved one can continue to live at home, where he or she benefits from a…

What Is a Silent Stroke?

By Gary Hightower, 8:00 am on June 16, 2023
With their ability to impair brain functioning, strokes are one of the most serious medical emergencies. Sometimes it can be quite challenging to spot a stroke. If your senior loved one has a silent stroke, you may not even realize it’s happening.  Silent Strokes Defined A stroke can happen whenever…

How Do You Keep an Aging Loved One from Being Bored?

By Gary Hightower, 8:00 am on May 26, 2023
Boredom is dangerous at any age, but it has a higher risk of turning into isolation for seniors. Therefore, older adults need to find fun, new, and stimulating ways to remain active. Here are some of the things family caregivers can do to prevent their senior loved ones from becoming…

What Causes High Blood Pressure in the Elderly?

By Gary Hightower, 8:00 am on May 12, 2023
Also known as hypertension, high blood pressure is a serious health concern that must never be ignored. When left untreated, high blood pressure can increase the risk of heart failure, vision loss, and ruptured blood vessels, which are just a few of the reasons seniors and their caregivers should spend…

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