6 Possible Reasons for Changes in Your Aging Parent’s Behavior

Possible Reasons for Changes in Your seniors
By Gary Hightower, 9:00 am on June 12, 2020
Behavior and personality changes sometimes naturally occur with age, although such changes are usually gradual and not much reason for concern. What can be concerning for family caregivers are changes of this nature that come on suddenly or worsen or ones that come and go for no apparent reason. Here…

7 Ways Aging Adults Can Benefit from At-Home Care

Seniors Can Benefit from At Home Care
By Gary Hightower, 9:00 am on May 29, 2020
Seniors may require help with daily activities if they become injured, ill, or cognitively impaired. For decades, admitting an elderly loved one to a long-term care facility was the only option. However, families now have the option of considering in-home care. When considering in-home care, families should make sure their…

5 Strategies for Addressing Cognitive Decline Related to Aging

Addressing Cognitive Decline Related to seniors
By Gary Hightower, 9:00 am on May 15, 2020
Whenever older adults experience a decrease in cognitive abilities, there’s often a natural inclination to think it’s caused by dementia. However, this isn’t always the case. In fact, if cognitive decline is generally mild and not progressing rapidly, it’s often due to age-related issues. It’s not something that’s always reversible…

Effects of Aging on Sleep Quality

What are the Effects of Aging on Sleep Quality in Addison, TX
By Gary Hightower, 9:00 am on April 24, 2020
Seniors are known for being early risers who often enjoy getting up with the sunrise. While there’s something to be said about being up before everyone else, this can sometimes be a problem if a senior doesn’t get enough rest. Aging impacts sleep cycles much like it does the rest…

8 Practical Ways to Reduce a Senior’s Risk of Coronavirus

Ways to Reduce a Senior’s Risk of Coronavirus in Addison, TX
By Gary Hightower, 9:00 am on April 10, 2020
Since coronavirus can be dangerous for seniors, caregivers need to do everything they can to keep their senior loved ones from catching the virus and experiencing the more severe complications of the disease. In general, lowering coronavirus risk is about keeping seniors healthy and reducing their chances of coming into…

Tips for Persuading Your Senior Loved One to Listen

Ways for Persuading Your Senior Loved One to Listen in Addison, TX
By Gary Hightower, 9:00 am on March 27, 2020
In a perfect world, seniors would listen to their doctors and family caregivers. However, your aging loved one has his or her own opinions, and you need to respect them. You should find ways to compromise with your parent to prevent his or her stubbornness from becoming a risk to…

8 Primary Post-Retirement Concerns for Aging Adults in America

Main Post-Retirement Concerns for Older Adults in America in Addison, TX
By Gary Hightower, 9:00 am on March 13, 2020
The National Council on Aging (NCOA) conducted a survey of Americans 60 and over as well as professionals who normally work with older adults. The survey’s purpose was to determine common concerns among aging adults, many of whom are retired or preparing for retirement. Below, you’ll find eight of the…

Why Do Seniors Have Mini-Strokes?

Do Seniors Have Mini-Strokes in Addison, TX
By Gary Hightower, 9:00 am on February 28, 2020
Also known as a transient ischemic attack (TIA), a mini-stroke only lasts a few minutes and doesn’t usually result in permanent damage. Still, TIAs can be followed by more severe strokes, and because of their short duration, symptoms such as confusion, tingling sensations, and dizziness may be overlooked or ignored….

5 Foods Older Adults with Dementia Should Avoid

Foods Aging Adults with Dementia Should Avoid in Addison, TX
By Gary Hightower, 9:00 am on February 14, 2020
Caring for a senior loved one with dementia can present many challenges, including ones involving meals. For instance, you may encounter fussiness or confusion over what’s placed on a plate. However, it’s best to encourage your loved one to enjoy a diet that includes vegetables, fruits, lean proteins, and other…

8 Healthy Changes Seniors Should Make in Their Lifestyles

Healthy Changes Aging Adults Should Make in Their Lifestyles in Addison, TX
By Gary Hightower, 9:00 am on January 31, 2020
Making healthy lifestyle changes now can help your senior loved one boost his or her wellbeing. In fact, it’s better for seniors to make healthy changes on their own terms than to be forced to do it because of an illness or preventable condition. These eight changes can all add…

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