Even seniors with incomes above the federal poverty line struggle to afford food in the U.S.
Downsizing a home can be a daunting process for senior citizens and their family.
Don't allow your age to deter you from the many benefits of regular exercise. Exercise protects against heart disease, helps improve muscle tone, builds strong bones, regulates blood pressure, increases energy and slows your risk of developing osteoporosis, according to the American Academy of Orthopaedic ...
Does your elderly loved one have a diagnosis of diabetes? If so, it is important that they get the proper treatment for their diabetes.
Depression is a problem that many people will have to deal with in their lifetimes. However, the youth aren’t the only ones that can be affected by this crippling mental health issue. Senior citizens are Read more…
As you and your loved ones get older, new situations will be encountered that involve issues due to aging. You are not quite sure how to solve these problems. Where can you get advice? A good start…
More and more seniors are getting to grips with the Internet, but for some, the digital world is a dangerous place. Many are being scammed out of their
Members who took part in the event say taking the time to focus on our older generation is just another aspect of Hispanic culture.
Members of the senior population experience more loneliness than other age groups, due to weakened health or a decline in physical mobility. Time spent with seniors in enjoyable conversation is significantly valued, enhancing the seniors’ sense of emotional well-being.
Depression and loneliness are a common problem among aging seniors, it is important for loved ones to do what they can to keep them from being lonely.
Survey says senior citizens don't have much use for online health sites.
The population of people age 65 and up is growing at a faster rate than the rest of the U.S. […]
When taking care of senior citizens, you must ensure maximum care, love, and patience. Always remember that these elderly people spent their adulthood trying to take care of their children, so they deserve the support in return. While most of the times it may seem a bit overwhelming, remember that it is also not easy …
Some great tips for avoiding pitfalls of substance abuse in your later years. Plus, where you can go for help if needed! Seriously required reading.
For seniors, trips out of the house are the No. 1 determinant of “basically who lives or dies.”
When it comes to their well-being, older adults shouldn't act like victims to aging. They should be active—physically, socially, and spiritually.
How do we even define a senior citizen? Legally, a person becomes one when they turn 65. That’s when they can start using all of those senior discounts. But not everyone feels like a senior citizen when they turn that arbitrary age. Some folks who have reached 65 might not even want to be called a “senior.”...
Scammers claim to be a police officer trying to help a senior's grandchild: don't buy it, experts say.
The right book can offer seniors a sense of connection and a source of entertainment, all while helping to preserve cognitive function.
You need the same vitamins in your golden years that you needed when you were younger. But you should focus on certain vitamins as you age, since your body is a bit more fragile and susceptible to age-related illnesses.