No one likes getting sick, but for seniors, a garden-variety cold is a far worse experience. The older we get, the harder it is to fight off sickness, which means that a simple cold can linger. Not only that, but it can do real damage to seniors who already have a frail immune system. So,…
Moving a loved one into an assisted living community is a difficult time for everyone involved. Many seniors are leaving the place they have called home for most of their adult lives. Some feel they are giving up their independence and even a bit of their individuality. It can feel overwhelming. It can also be a…
It is good to know that Alzheimer’s patients can live a full life in one of the many care centers in Texas. It takes a little research and asking a lot of questions. Your loved one will feel right at home with specialized, personalized care, while you are at ease knowing your homework paid off. Dementia describes symptoms of…
As women reach menopause, they may feel as if they’re going through a “brain fog.” They’re forgetting names or where they put their car keys. But don’t worry – up to sixty percent of women report memory loss during menopause. While that same study shows that the memory loss is temporary, women suffering from memory loss during menopause can still…
Dementia robs people of their greatest treasures: their memories. In many ways, memory ties us to life. Our bonds to other people are formed in our memories of shared experiences and of cognizance of our similarities and differences. Practicing our daily rituals or routines depends on remembering what to do, how to do it and…
Many people think that socialization is something that is only important to children and becomes less a necessity as people age. The reality is that everyone seeks fulfilling relationships and a strong sense of belonging no matter the age. As people grow older, sometimes they start to live a more closed off lifestyle that borders…