By Gary Hightower, 9:00 am on June 26, 2020
Table of Content1 Develop a Strong Support System2 Take on Purposeful Activities3 Don’t Live in Fear4 Laugh More5 Stay Physically Active Joy and happiness are emotions that boost a senior’s quality of life. These feelings could reduce behavioral challenges and boost confidence. Below are some secrets to being happy in…
By Gary Hightower, 9:00 am on June 12, 2020
Table of Content1 1. Medication Side Effects2 2. Early Signs of Dementia3 3. Vision Changes4 4. Hearing Problems5 5. Depression & Other Mental Health Issues6 6. Unresolved Concerns or Fears Behavior and personality changes sometimes naturally occur with age, although such changes are usually gradual and not much reason for…
By Gary Hightower, 9:00 am on May 29, 2020
Table of Content1 1. Provides an Opportunity to Stay at Home2 2. Offers One-on-One Care3 3. Ensures Customized Care4 4. Enhances Quality of Life5 5. Ensures Safety6 6. Relieves Family Stress7 7. Provides High-Quality Care Seniors may require help with daily activities if they become injured, ill, or cognitively impaired….
By Gary Hightower, 9:00 am on May 15, 2020
Table of Content1 1. Memory Reminders2 2. Brain-Stimulating Activities3 3. Healthy Eating Habits4 4. Exercise5 5. Social Interaction 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…
By Gary Hightower, 9:00 am on April 24, 2020
Table of Content1 The Frequent Need to Urinate Interrupts Sleep2 Sleep Disorders Become More Common3 Anxiety Keeps Seniors Awake at Night4 Chronic Pain Interferes with Restful Sleep5 Stimulants Have Stronger Effects Seniors are known for being early risers who often enjoy getting up with the sunrise. While there’s something to…
By Gary Hightower, 9:00 am on April 10, 2020
Table of Content1 1. Reduce Outside Contact2 2. Wash Your Hands Often3 3. Teach Them How to Contact Friends with Technology4 4. Prepare Healthy Meals5 5. Change Your Coughing & Sneezing Habits6 6. Learn How to Identify Symptoms7 7. Minimize the Number of Errands8 8. Manage Preexisting Health Conditions Since…
By Gary Hightower, 9:00 am on March 27, 2020
Table of Content1 Explain the Benefits of Change2 Choose Your Battles Wisely3 Use Effective Communication Strategies4 Listen to Your Parent’s Opinions5 Stay Positive 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…
By Gary Hightower, 9:00 am on March 13, 2020
Table of Content1 1. Staying in Good Health2 2. Being Financially Secure3 3. Remaining at Home4 4. Facing Unexpected Expenses5 5. Having to Trim Costs6 6. Experiencing Social Isolation7 7. Finding a New Post-Retirement Purpose8 8. Giving Up Driving The National Council on Aging (NCOA) conducted a survey of Americans…
By Gary Hightower, 9:00 am on February 28, 2020
Table of Content1 Blood Clots2 High Blood Pressure3 Atherosclerosis4 Carotid Artery Disease (CAD)5 Type 2 Diabetes & Excess Weight6 Other Risk Factors 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…
By Gary Hightower, 9:00 am on February 14, 2020
Table of Content1 1. Margarine2 2. Fried Foods3 3. Soda & Other Sugary Beverages4 4. Processed Meats5 5. Foods Containing MSG 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…