Aging in place is something that many aging people would like to do. This is your home, these are your belongings, this is where you want to be. If you were in another place, it just wouldn’t feel right. However, what happens when you aren’t as mobile but still need to get where you need… [Continue]
Keeping Your Freedom and Independence While Aging in Place
Freedom and independence go hand in hand. When an elderly person loses the ability to drive a car, often times they feel as though they’ve lost their independence. They will have to rely on others to get to where they need to go, which affects the feeling of independence. However, there are many ways to keep both freedom and… [Continue]
Teaching Your Elderly Parents To Use Technology
Changing times, new technology—making it a whole new world! Everyone wants to have the latest and greatest technology—seniors are no exception! You have a savvy, older parent that wants to keep up with the ever changing times—So, what do they do? They purchase the newest smartphone, T.V., or computer,of course! They may, however, become easily frustrated or annoyed by not being able… [Continue]
How to Ask Your Children for Help as an Aging Parent
Sometimes, it is difficult to ask for help, no matter how old you are. Children like to show that they are independent and do not need to ask someone to help them; while parents that are aging might feel like a burden and a bit embarrassed to ask their children for the help that they might… [Continue]
Listening to Doctors is Important for Aging Parents
When it comes to the doctor, sometimes it’s difficult to hear what they say, especially if it is bad news. If you go to the doctor with your aging parents, it is very important to focus in on what the doctor has to say. Many people do not understand the importance of listening to the… [Continue]
How To Help Your Parents Age With Grace
Although it’s a natural part of life, watching your parents age isn’t always easy. Sometimes you blink and notice their hands aren’t as smooth as they were when they drove you to school when you were a child. Perhaps, their memories aren’t as sharp as they used to be, or they are slower getting around… [Continue]
Getting Help for Seniors with Alcoholism
Alcoholism has no prejudice. It does not care about your race, your age, or your income. Alcohol is one of the worst things to become addicted to, because it’s legal. Whether you are going to bar or drinking at home, there is still a risk to your health. Seniors who suffer from alcoholism are not… [Continue]
Seniors Guide To Preventing Scams
Scammers are one of the worst criminals out there. They prey on targets they deem easy. New technology, easy access to information and loneliness, seniors have become easy prey for scammers. The best way to prevent becoming the victim of a scam is recognizing the kind of scams that are out there and what to… [Continue]