In a recent AARP survey, 77 percent of the men and women surveyed said they want to age at home. At the same time, only half felt they were prepared or would be able to age at home. Aging at home is possible, but it takes careful planning. To age at home, people need to […]
What Should You Do to Ensure Your Parents Age Well at Home?
Your parents want to live in the house they own now. They don’t want to sell, pack up everything, and move to a new location. It’s not unusual for seniors to want to age at home. To ensure they do so safely, there are some precautions you should take. Do a Safety Evaluation. Find out […]
A Helping Hand is All That’s Needed for Many Seniors Who Want to Age at Home
Seniors like to age at home. They like the idea of living where it’s familiar. They know the neighborhood. They know the neighbors. They don’t want to move. Your mom and dad have similar feelings. The house may be larger than they need, but they like the area. Thoughts of moving to a new location […]
What Are the Best Ways to Keep Your Senior’s Hair Looking Fantastic?
You may not have thought much about your elderly family member’s hair in the past, but as she grows older it can be more difficult for her to manage it on her own. You may need to take over at some point for her. Pay Attention to Whether She’s Making Changes to Her Hair on […]
Helping your Aging Parent Lead a Heart-Healthy Lifestyle
Over 70 percent of Americans over the age of 60 have cardiovascular disease and an estimated 15 percent have heart disease. Though there are changes in the heart and arteries that take place with age, much of the damage occurs due to disease. Atherosclerosis—a build-up of fatty deposits in the walls of arteries—is the most […]
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