Having a loved one suffer from dementia, reduced mobility, or cognitive impairment can be a difficult experience for all parties. Sometimes, assisted living programs can come in useful in providing that extra layer of care for the people you love. When it comes to the best in senior living, The Trace is hard to beat.…
No single person can escape the feelings of loneliness, isolation, or possibly depression when they live on their own, and make no attempt to socialize with their neighbors or people in the community. If any of your loved ones have recently lost a spouse or have had their grown-up children leave the house to start…
With a rich history of fishing, hunting, hiking activities, and much more, it is little wonder why Louisiana is nicknamed “Sportsman’s Paradise”. While the thought of sports might conjure up mental images of football games, athletic meets, and bike races, there are also many options for recreational outdoor activities more suited towards older adults. If…
Stress is part and parcel of life – we may not be able to avoid feeling stressed, but what we can do is learn to manage it well. When we or our loved ones go through an event that significantly changes how we live our day-to-day lives, we may suffer from the negative effects of…
Facing the signs of dementia can be difficult when done alone. As a broad term used to describe signs such as memory loss, a reduction in thinking ability, mental capacity, and logical reasoning, you might experience much mental distress when you find out that parts of your brain are damaged or diseased. Moreover, several diseases…
As we grow older, we may be at risk of many oral health issues such as root decay, loss of teeth, and gum diseases. Some of us may even have unpleasant experiences with bad breath, dry mouth, darkened teeth, and uneven jawbone as a result of shifting teeth. To fend off these oral health problems,…
Memory loss can occur due to mild cognitive impairment, Alzheimer’s disease, dementia, or aging. Often, memory loss is indicated by symptoms such as forgetting where they placed their keys or forgetting the name of a family member or close friend. These experiences can cause an additional emotional burden on the individual and their family. If…
It is relatively common for seniors to experience anxiety due to changes in their brains and bodies. According to statistics from the Geriatric Mental Health Foundation, anxiety affects about 10% to 20% of the American senior population. However, if anxiety in seniors is not dealt with, it can become a disorder that affects your loved…
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is a mood disorder or depression that comes with changes in the seasons. When one is affected with SAD, they experience periods where their mood changes and symptoms that are similar to depression. Unsurprisingly, symptoms of seasonal affective disorder often occur in the dark and icy winter months, where there is…
When you participate in new activities and develop an interest in them, you can turn them into great hobbies! Learning and picking up new hobbies are great ways for seniors to meaningfully spend their time. Are you keen on doing arts and crafts? How about joining a singing group or signing up for dance classes?…