When the temperature drops, older adults run a higher risk of health problems and injuries related to the weather, including hypothermia, frostbite, and falls in ice and snow. Like most things in life, it is better to be prepared. Here are a few precautions everyone should take, especially older adults, during the winter.
The positive aging movement stands as a counterpoint to age-biased beliefs and prejudices. Positive aging theorists explore the origins of ageist attitudes in contemporary culture, debunk common distortions about later life, and advance the idea of growth and fulfillment throughout the lifespan.
Other studies have also looked at the link between aging and happiness. They’ve found that as we get older, we become more trusting, and people who trust others are more likely to be happier.
A nursing home, also known as a skilled nursing facility, provides a wide range of health and personal care services. These services typically include nursing care, 24-hour supervision, three meals a day, and assistance with everyday activities. Rehabilitation services, such as physical, occupational, and speech therapy, are also available.
According to a systematic review of literature on long-distance caregiving published in the Journal of Gerontological Social Work, between five and […]
Exercising releases endorphins, which can boost your mood and help reduce feelings of depression. If your senior loved one is suffering from mood swings or depression, exercise could help provide a great deal of support and redirect negative thoughts.
