Many boomers must hire someone to assist them or their parents with the daily activities of life, such as meals, laundry, and transportation. Others may also need more personal tasks, such as bathing, dressing or incontinence. There is also a plethora of home care...
Loneliness can pose a significant threat to aging people with heart disease, especially those who live by themselves. Elderly loneliness can also cause other health issues, influence emotional well being, and financial stability. Although it may be difficult to...
While planning for the upcoming holidays, remember that older adults may need extra care. Keep in mind that your parents and/or grandparents may not be as mobile as they were the last time you visited. As we age, we are also less inclined to drive in winter weather,...
You only have to learn four simple steps to have a successful discussion with an older adult on any subject. These steps allow you to approach a difficult subject with almost anyone, and will definitely help you have a successful discussion with an older adult....
Use the Delboeuf Illusion to influence elderly food consumption? If you are not familiar, the Delboeuf illusion is an optical illusion of relative size perception. The best-known image exemplifying this illusion is two circles of identical size placed near to each...
Pain is real and often a common element in the daily life of the elderly. That’s why understanding and managing pain in the elderly is important. Pain plays a significant role in in mood, motivation and general quality of life. Yet understanding how pain is affecting...
