How to Support Someone with Fibromyalgia: Learn – Love – Listen
If someone you love has fibromyalgia, it can be hard to understand what they’re going through. You know that they are constantly tired. You know that they are in pain. You know that their personality is changing and they experience confusion. Yet, it may be hard for you to believe that someone is actually suffering so much. Chances are, your loved one is frustrated by your lack of understanding. Know that your disbelief and ignorance...
Depression in Seniors
Depression is one of the most common mental health disorders among American adults. There are many different ways that people can experience depression though the most common are: major depression, persistent depressive disorder, and minor depression. Each person’s experience with depression can vary greatly in terms of severity and length. However, regardless of how depression manifests itself, it is important to recognize....
7 Best Dogs for Seniors
So, you’re thinking of adopting a dog either for yourself or for your senior loved one. Welcoming pets into your home can be extremely rewarding but it does require a lot of consideration. Although all dogs deserve a loving home, some breeds are better suited than others to adapt to your situation. Before you adopt, think about both your needs and the needs of the dog. After careful consideration, you can determine whether or...
Mental Exercises for Seniors to Improve Memory
Having a good memory is something that people of all ages hope for, but unfortunately, we aren’t all blessed with that gift. Most of us don’t have photographic memories and tend to forget things daily, which is inevitable. However, as we age, our memory becomes a more serious concern and mental exercises could reduce the risk of Alzheimer’s. If you are unfamiliar, Alzheimer’s disease is a progressive disorder that “slowly destroys...
Senior Veteran PTSD: A Quick Overview
Of the 240 years that the United States has existed, 93% of that time has been spent at war. As conflicts come and go, those who served in the military also cycle in and out of service to find the next stage of what life will bring. According to a 2012 U.S. Census brief, veterans over the age of 65 number somewhere around 12.4 million men and women. With current conflicts and political climates around the world, it is likely that...
Staying Connected After the Move
Whether it was your decision or theirs, parents moving into a senior living community may not be the easiest, but staying connected definitely can be. Making the effort to stay in touch will surely make their transition easier and prevent depression and isolation. Here is a list of tips to help you stay connected and ways you can continue caregiving no matter what the distance may be. Tips on Staying Connected with Seniors Phones and...
