A few weeks ago, we talked about simple standing yoga poses for seniors. Today, to continue the flexible goodness, we’ll explore yoga from a different position: the floor! Physical limitations like injury, disability and balance problems can make standing difficult. And sometimes, it’s just easier to build yoga practice from the ground up. Literally. No [...]
Aging makes us prone to various chronic health problems. Sometimes, these problems can limit our daily living activities such as walking, eating, cooking, dressing, shopping or using the toilet. Although assisted living or nursing homes can provide such services for the elderly, we prefer to age-in-place, i.e., our homes. Home care assistance can help us [...]
Fatigue is a common symptom, usually characterized by excessive tiredness and a generalized lack of energy. About 40-70% of US older adults experience fatigue in old age. Let’s discuss the main signs, causes, and remedies of fatigue in the elderly. How does fatigue present in old age? In our elder years, we may have the [...]
When did bingo become the de facto recreational activity for older adults? That’s not to say a night of casual gambling isn’t fun, because it can be. It even has benefits like social connection, increased mental engagement and, of course, prizes. But bingo isn’t everyone’s cup of tea. And it’s definitely not the only leisurely [...]
Over the past couple of years, many of us engaged in activities that helped us feel connected to our surroundings. Whether with the natural world or with other people, our desire for connection was encouraged by prolonged isolation and, quite frankly, our ability to care. While our jobs transformed and our social lives disappeared, we [...]
Yoga is fantastic for seniors. It’s a total body workout that helps promote balance and strength and can be modified for different abilities and skill levels. Yet, yoga is often portrayed by people doing gravity-defying headstands and twisty backbends. This can make yoga seem intimidating. But there are tons of beginner-friendly yoga poses, many of [...]
Financial scams are on the rise, and seniors are the hardest hit. As a group, US residents aged 60+ suffer losses of $3 billion annually. With the digital boom, scammers’ reach has grown, and their tactics have become trickier but it’s possible to protect ourselves from fraud. Keep reading to learn about five common scams [...]
Getting older is scary. Or at least we’re told it should be. And the fear makes sense. Our society doesn’t always value older adults. Plus, we may worry about health problems, loss of independence, and financial insecurity. All valid concerns. But the thought of aging doesn’t need to be terrifying. There are many great resources [...]
Urine incontinence refers to the loss of bladder control resulting in leakage of urine involuntarily. It commonly occurs in old age and women are more affected by this condition than men. Urine incontinence can make us restrict our daily activities and social interactions -- negatively impacting the overall quality of life in old age. Let’s [...]
Excessive fear of the dying process, also known as Thanatophobia is quite common in the elderly population. As we grow old, the thoughts of our death become more prevalent and can adversely affect our quality of life. This article will discuss the symptoms and viable ways to cope with the stress of dying among the [...]