The number of people with Alzheimer’s disease is exploding, according to the Alzheimer’s Association. The worldwide costs associated with caring for patients with the disease are estimated to total more than $600 billion. One in nine American seniors over age 65 have the disease, and 16 million more Americans will be diagnosed by 2050 if … Read more
Depression is a prevalent disease among all ages of people but is particularly common in older populations. Previously, depression in the elderly was confused with other illnesses and often overlooked compared to depression in younger populations. Throughout your lifetime you go through many changes and significant life events. It’s okay to feel grief and sadness … Read more
As you can imagine, there are many benefits of physical activity for individuals of all ages. Not all people reap these benefits though because not everyone exercises. Don’t let you tell yourself that you are too old, too sick or too out of shape to exercise. Specifically in seniors as aging kicks in, exercise is … Read more
Feeling fatigued is one of the most irritating things to have to deal with, especially as an elder. Many individuals in our older generation seem to overlook fatigue in the elderly. This is detrimental to senior health as it can cause a decline in normal everyday functioning. While it isn’t the worst problem most people … Read more