With over 15,000 nursing homes in the United States, choosing the right one may be a bit of a challenge. Often times, the decision to put an elderly loved one in a nursing home is not something a family will take lightly. While allowing a senior to age in place may be something a family […]
Questions to Ask Assisted Living Facilities in Pinellas County
Transitioning into an assisted living arrangement can be a bit stressful. First, you have to think about moving your parents out of their home, which is a big enough chore in itself. Then, you have to find a living facility that will take proper and compassionate care of your loved ones. But, where do you […]
Symptoms of Aging: What’s Normal and What Isn’t?
When you looked in the mirror this morning, what did you see? You may have noticed that your skin and hair looks different than it did a year ago. They probably look very different from five years ago. The signs of aging are everywhere, from our hair to our bones. We also notice the signs […]
10 Things You Probably Didn’t Know About Dementia
According to the World Health Organization, there are 10 million new cases of dementia every year. That’s about half of the state of Florida’s population. With so many people getting diagnosed with dementia every year, you might be curious about the degenerative disease. After all, with those kinds of statistics, you could know someone afflicted […]
Understanding The Difference Between Rheumatoid vs Osteoartritis
Chances are that you or someone you love is among the 54 million Americans living with the pain of arthritis. According to the CDC, the incidence of arthritis is growing rapidly across the US. Based on findings from a 2017 study, it’s predicted that the number of people with arthritis will reach more than 78 […]
Debunking the Most Common Elderly Stereotypes
The stereotypes of the elderly we see on TV now are absolutely unfair. They show older adults as shut-ins who are weak and need round the clock help. While yes, that’s true for some people. the majority of aging adults live vibrant and active lives. The best tv program that dismissed elderly stereotypes was the […]
