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By Jamal Rizvi, 9:00 am on September 13, 2023

Games and activities designed to stimulate cognitive abilities have proven to be useful in slowing the effects of dementia. Experts report pastimes that engage cognitive abilities also boost psychological wellbeing, socialization, and overall quality of life. Best of all, games, puzzles, and other mind-stimulating activities can bring a missing ingredient back into the life of …

By Jamal Rizvi, 9:00 am on August 30, 2023

Caring for a senior loved one can be complicated, and it could lead to disagreements among family members. You and your brothers and sisters need to come together to create the proper care plan for your parent and stay committed to your duties. Below are a few tips that can help siblings handle conflicts when …

By Jamal Rizvi, 9:00 am on August 16, 2023

As adults continue to age, they often experience significant changes that impact their bladders. The tissue in the bladder wall becomes tough and makes the bladder less elastic. As a result, seniors aren’t able to hold as much urine as they did in the past. Aging also leads to weaker bladder muscles. However, your elderly …

By Jamal Rizvi, 9:00 am on July 26, 2023

Many scientific studies have revealed that listening to music is more than just a pleasant pastime. Researchers believe the activity can also enhance personal health. The latest research indicates music can also serve as a means of pain management for seniors who have arthritis.   Brain Response Researcher Robert Zatorre from McGill University explains that …

By Jamal Rizvi, 8:00 am on July 12, 2023

Seniors often experience changes in their oral health that require them to alter their current hygiene routines. Getting dentures or implants might require special cleaning methods. Taking a new medication could impact the frequency of cavities. These basic oral hygiene tips can help seniors keep their teeth and gums healthy as they age.  Learn the …

By Jamal Rizvi, 8:00 am on June 28, 2023

If you provide regular care for your senior parent, you may also drive or accompany your mom or dad to regular medical appointments. It’s also important to make sure you’re kept informed when it comes to your parent’s current health needs so you’ll know what to look out for and what additional steps you might …

By Jamal Rizvi, 8:00 am on June 14, 2023

Maintaining cognitive health during the senior years requires routinely exercising the brain. Various mental exercises stimulate multiple regions of the brain. The following activities encourage the development of additional communication pathways between neurons along with promoting new neuron development.  1. Puzzles Some seniors enjoy putting together jigsaw puzzles, which stimulates the visual center of the …

By Jamal Rizvi, 8:00 am on April 26, 2023

As Alzheimer’s disease progresses, the risk of household accidents and injuries increases. Still, you can modify the home environment to make it safer for your aging parent. In turn, your senior loved one with Alzheimer’s can keep living in the comfort of home with a measure of independence. Here are five strategies that can help. …