Bingo is known to be a great party game for big groups and is well-loved by seniors and school age children alike, but did you know there are many health benefits to playing Bingo as well? In fact, Bingo can increase mental health, practice coordination and encourage opportunities for socializing for seniors. Bingo Rules Bingo […]
The ‘sandwich generation’ references adults who are caring for their aging family members as well as raising young children or supporting grown offspring. This is increasingly likely as almost half of middle-aged adults have a parent or family member who is a senior citizen. This means that senior caregivers are likely to be adults with […]
Healthy aging requires a healthy lifestyle which includes exercise! exercise to some may seem challenging or even boring as some people do not appreciate just working out for the sake of Health. However, finding joy in your exercise routine is a way to build authentic motivation as well as increase your mental health. Physical exercise […]
While it may seem unique to us to watch a group of seniors walking down the street with poles, it is actually a well-known exercise activity called Nordic walking. Nordic walking is popular in Scandinavian and European countries and is becoming more popular in North America. Nordic walking is especially popular among seniors due to […]
Narcissism or narcissistic personality disorder is the impairment of one’s identity and self-direction in interpersonal functioning and pathological personality traits. The “Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders 5th Edition” or DSM-5 Mark’s narcissistic behaviour as antagonism which follows the lack of empathy for others and attention-seeking behaviour that focuses on manipulation, deceit and callousness. […]
The thyroid is a small gland that is situated at the bottom of the front of your neck. As an important gland, issues with the thyroid can cause major health issues. As we age, we become more at risk for medical conditions related to the thyroid. Seniors are especially susceptible to thyroid issues and should […]
The importance of speech therapy for seniors cannot be discounted as it can be necessary for those who may be recovering from a medical condition that is preventing them from communicating effectively. Communication is vital at any age but for seniors, it can be extremely important so that they can advocate for themselves and their […]
Being a caretaker to your elderly loved one can involve making many decisions regarding their health, including nutrition decisions. There are no easy decisions when it comes to someone’s health especially when you are making that decision about their nutrition. As people age it can become more difficult for them to eat solid food and […]
Feeding tubes are a medical device used for people with medical conditions that impair chewing and swallowing. The feeding tube allows for liquidized nutrition to be administered for people who are unable to eat independently. While it is a difficult choice for the individual and the primary caregiver to make, it is indispensable to the […]
Studies have shown that elderly citizens are more likely to suffer from a home invasion and home security threats. Not only are older people more likely to fall for technological scams but they are also more likely to be targeted by them. Thieves and criminals are more likely to target elderly people as they are […]
