For people 65 and up, life has gotten a lot more difficult during the times of coronavirus. Seniors and people with chronic illnesses are asked to stay home and protect themselves from the coronavirus. Self-isolation and social distancing are extremely important during this time, but it can take a heavy toll on seniors’ mental health…
Seniors should stay home and isolated to stay safe. Video chats and food delivery apps can be lifesavers. Practicing social distancing can help stop the spread of coronavirus. But that also means you won’t be seeing much of people outside of your household for a while, which could be an issue as well. How Technology…
The Victorian Assisted Living is taking all the necessary precautions to keep our residents safe. It’s important that you keep up to date with the ways to prevent the spread of coronavirus – especially for seniors because of their susceptibility. There are specific precautions older adults can take to lower their risk of contracting this…
It’s important to keep a lookout for seniors maintaining their personal hygiene and carrying out daily routines. It can become difficult for seniors to balance all of this while caring for their nutritional needs. We got you covered with a guide to help you through it! Top 4 Things to Make Seniors Comfortable Being a…
Alzheimer’s disease is the sixth leading cause of death in the United States, according to the Alzheimer’s Association. In recent years, deaths from Alzheimer’s have increased drastically by 145% between 2000 and 2017, while deaths from heart disease decreased by 9% in that spell. One in three seniors dies with Alzheimer’s or another dementia, which…
Losing weight after reaching your 60s can be a difficult task. Back in the day you could eat whatever you wanted and not see a difference. Now eating one piece of chocolate it seems as if you gain 10 pounds overnight. As we grow older we lose the ability to eat whatever we want. That’s…
Wintertime brings some brutally cold weather that can cause certain hazards for seniors. Seniors can prepare by planning ahead, so they can avoid these dangers. What Should Seniors Avoid This Winter Season 5 Strategies for seniors staying safe this winter: 1. Winter Temps Dropping Winter weather that causes troubles Unsafe Roads Ice and snow can…
When focusing on seniors we typically think about the ones that live in cities, not those living in rural areas. This actually represents a large number of seniors that face their own special challenges. What Are the Numbers Of Seniors Living in Rural Communities? One quarter of all seniors live in rural communities, that’s about…
The air is getting crisper and the leaves are starting to change color, fall is here! With the change of seasons comes the time for cold and flu season, which can be a major threat to senior’s livelihood. By following a few basics seniors can minimize their risks this autumn. Fall Safety Tips for Seniors…
Muscle loss is common in seniors as they age. If you don’t exercise regularly, it’s common at the age of 30 to start losing 3-5% of muscle mass each decade and from age 65 the process speeds up even more. Muscle loss might be a normal part of aging, but there are precautions that you…
