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Continue readingPrimary care physicians are good at checking senior’s cholesterol and blood pressure, but often fail to use tests that can…
Continue readingThe value of family in a senior’s life is truly unprecedented. Family not only offers a stable social network, but…
Continue readingRetirement brings a lot of possibilities for spending time with friends and checking things off your bucket list. But then…
Continue readingDistancing yourself from others is the best way to prevent the spread of COVID-19, but it can lead to feeling…
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Continue readingDementia affects seniors across the globe, but did you know that seniors with a keen sense of smell are half…
Continue readingDuring these worrisome times we all want to be closer to our loved ones. Visiting a senior loved one at…
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Continue readingCOVID-19 can cause seniors to feel unmotivated, but now it’s more important than ever to keep up with exercise. Senior’s…
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Continue readingWith the spread of COVID-19 our lives have turned upside down. Social distancing has becoming the new norm with all of…
Continue readingAlzheimer’s disease is the sixth leading cause of death in the United States, according to the Alzheimer’s Association. In recent…
Continue readingA big decision is choosing the best place to live during retirement. There are many seniors who believe a retirement…
Continue readingThe COVID-19 lockdown has taken a toll on senior’s mental health and well-being – significantly affecting those with depression. This…
Continue readingCoronavirus affects all different ages and types of people around the world. Although, the primary group that’s affected is seniors…
Continue readingMuscle loss is common in seniors as they age. If you don’t exercise regularly, it’s common at the age of…
Continue readingEveryone ages differently, whether it’s based on genetic or environmental factors. We can’t stop the aging process, but we can…
Continue readingEvidence suggests that blue zones are the key to longevity with people living to almost 100 years old in these…
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Continue readingFor people 65 and up, life has gotten a lot more difficult during the times of coronavirus. Seniors and people…
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Continue readingNearly 87,674 people have contracted coronavirus that originated in Wuhan, China. So far, there have been 2,994 deaths. The fatality…
Continue readingBilingualism can hold back symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease, but can it also lead to faster decline further down the road?…
Continue readingMany seniors think they see better than they actually do, visual impairment can creep up on you. Your eyes can…
Continue readingLithium has long been questioned in therapy for Alzheimer’s disease. This is due to the information being gathered isn’t fully…
Continue readingIn recent years, a number of studies have shown that clean living, exercise, sleep, a Mediterranean diet lowers one’s likelihood…
Continue readingWitnessing the deterioration of a loved one who suffers from Alzheimer’s disease, or another kind of dementia is indescribably painful….
Continue readingAlzheimer’s Awareness is important for raising funds and awareness for Alzheimer’s disease. Learning about Alzheimer’s makes people more aware in…
Continue readingRestless dementia patients wander the hallways of care facilities at night and wake other residents, only to sleep in late…
Continue readingPeople tend to sleep more lightly when they age than when they were younger. It becomes normal to wake up…
Continue readingIn 2050, the senior population will be more than double that of the world’s youngest citizens and over the next…
Continue readingDelirium is a condition of mental confusion, caused by some kind of extreme stress on the body or mind. It…
Continue readingThe holidays are a time for family and friends to come together to share special memories. For those alone during…
Continue readingEverything can be ready and set to go for the holidays, but make sure you take your older relatives into…
Continue readingPrimary care physicians are good at checking senior’s cholesterol and blood pressure, but often fail to use tests that can…
Continue readingA loss of muscle is common amongst the elderly as they age. If you don’t exercise regularly, you start to…
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Continue readingAlzheimer’s disease isn’t only devastating for the person involved, but for the family as well. As family members it’s normal…
Continue readingSeniors have a higher risk for urinary tract infections, UTIs, which can cause sudden behavior changes. Most commonly known is…
Continue readingA common side effect of aging is a loss of appetite. Being aware of this fact can help you implement…
Continue readingAlzheimer’s affects women at a disproportionately higher rate than men. Scientists are still trying to uncover the phenomenon of why…
Continue readingPrescription drug costs could be raising by hundreds of dollars next year for seniors. Medicare’s pay plan is changing, which…
Continue readingA healthy marriage can come with many added benefits, such as lowering your risk for dementia! Being Married to someone…
Continue readingMost only recognize Alzheimer’s disease as affecting the brain, but not the physical effects on the body. The brain cells…
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Continue readingAs seniors have lived a long full life they have collected a multitude of items over their time. These items…
Continue readingThe most common form of dementia in the elderly is Alzheimer’s disease. This is usually characterized by plaques and tangles…
Continue readingAlzheimer’s disease and dementia can generate anger, anxiety, confusion, and fear for the individual living with the disease. However, there…
Continue readingThere’s a new strategy to slow down the loss of memory and prevent dementia. This revolves around brain plasticity and…
Continue readingAlzheimer’s disease is more likely to affect women for reasons that are still unknown. However, the prospective effect of stress…
Continue readingAs a child making new friends was easy, as you get older things get more complicated. It’s not as easy…
Continue readingEating a balanced diet and giving up unhealthy practices are well-known measures to be taken to improve heart health and…
Continue readingAlzheimer’s disease is the most fearful health condition for many. This worry can lead us to eat well, to exercise,…
Continue readingAs we progress into our senior years, it’s common for our cognitive function to decline. Although, arising symptoms of dementia…
Continue readingSummer is a great time for seniors to be active outdoors. The beautiful weather and endless activities create great opportunities…
Continue readingSeniors are targeted at higher rates than the rest of the population when it comes to identity theft. Ages ranging…
Continue readingScientists are now confirming that blood tests can track Alzheimer’s disease. A study showed that testing the blood for levels…
Continue readingAlzheimer’s is a disease that has a major effect on cognitive function that causes clusters of beta-amyloid protein to collect…
Continue readingThe better or worse your sleeping habits are could be increasing or decreasing your risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease. Don’t…
Continue readingSeniors have a hard time coping when their daily needs aren’t fulfilled causing their anxiety levels to rise. As people…
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Continue readingWe shouldn’t be shaming those with Alzheimer’s, but bringing awareness to the disease. The campaign for World Alzheimer’s Month in…
Continue readingFiguring out ways to communicate with a loved one that is no longer verbal can be difficult. Talking to them…
Continue readingThe senior living industry has changed over the years to offering a broad array of different options. Senior living communities…
Continue readingIn America divorce is on the rise with rates doubling in those who are over the age of 50. This…
Continue readingA healthy aging routine isn’t a one-size-fits-all method. It should be designed based on your needs, concerns, and lifestyle choices….
Continue readingAs we grow older it’s important to have a stable base of healthy habits. Creating a routine with healthful methods…
Continue readingMemory loss is affecting millions everyday and you’re not alone if your parent is facing this as well. It’s difficult…
Continue readingIt’s common for seniors to make self medication mistakes, but there are things that can be done to avoid them….
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Continue readingCertain nutrients can play a big role in reducing the risk of developing dementia and slowing down Alzheimer’s disease. Examples…
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Continue readingDementia is a condition that can come with aging and be difficult to manage. It affects senior’s memory and cognitive…
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Continue readingFurther research is being found on Alzheimer’s every year. An annual report is published by the Alzheimer’s Association and we…
Continue readingIdentifying Alzheimer’s Disease The eight behaviors below represent the brain’s ability to learn and manage memory. The diagnosis of Alzheimer’s…
Continue readingObservation of a senior’s behavior is important for spotting early onset Alzheimer’s. Detecting Alzheimer’s early can help in finding the…
Continue readingAt our memory care facility of Entrust Desoto we want to make it feel like home. We have taken extra…
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Continue readingWhat is an Assisted Living Facility? An assisted living facility is suitable for those who need a little amount of…
Continue readingRegular exercise is extremely important for the elderly because it offers many great health benefits. At any age exercise is…
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