After visiting your senior parents over the holidays, you might be wondering whether you should be worrying about the health of your parents or plan for some additional help. How do you know when to start worrying about your senior parents? While each person is unique, there are some guidelines offered by…

Life can be really stressful, especially for seniors. Financial problems, family obligations, jobs, etc can mean that only a very few of us make it to our senior years without facing a pile of stressful situations.  Latest studies suggest that stress plays an important role in the progress of dementia disorders. Senior…

As you approach your retirement age, or as you start thinking about your next steps as you cut down your workload, you have many decisions to make about what lies on the horizon. As you consider your expectations and preferences, you might find yourself more curious about senior living and independent living…

The warning signs of dementia can be initially subtle. By the time the signs of the disorder become obvious your senior parent may have advanced dementia which needs extensive care. In the opinion of dementia care experts, understanding the warning signs at the early stages can help you encourage your aging parent…

We all know that many physical and medical issues are part of aging. But, it can also come with extra stress and decisions that are emotionally charged, leading to heated disagreements between family members. If you find yourself in the middle of a debate about senior care concerns, it can lead to…

Many people think that giving up the morning cup of coffee is a part of healthy aging. But that is not the case. A cup of coffee in the morning can help avoid many age-related problems, which include heart health issues and dementia. However, it should be consumed in moderation. This is…

When you or your loved one receives a dementia diagnosis, it can be difficult to work through the tide of emotions while trying to make a treatment plan. For anyone suffering from dementia and such disorders, a good dementia care facility can not only be a place of security but can also…

Many things can be done to ensure your well-being and taking part in activities that you enjoy is a great way to support healthy aging. Getting old need not be the time you have to spend on your own, lonely and depressed. Our experts in assisted living and senior care share some…

The American Music Therapy Association believes that together with the efforts of a professional who holds a certificate of completion of an approved music therapy program, and evidence-based music interventions, individualized therapeutic goals can be easily accomplished. Music therapy can be beneficial for seniors living with Alzheimer’s and other dementia variants. Music…

As per the estimates, about half of all seniors in the country have at least one gun in their house. A gun can offer a sense of safety to some seniors and can be a tool for hobbies like recreational shooting and hunting. However, for seniors with dementia disorders, a gun can…