Talking to Elderly: What Not to Do Talking to seniors can involve several nuances in communication. Here are a few things you’ll want to avoid when speaking with seniors. Don’t give unwanted advice. Parents have experience taking care of children themselves. So hearing advice from a child (even if it is an adult child) can … Continued
Nutrition can cause or prevent health conditions. It can worsen or alleviate symptoms. It doesn’t matter of it’s breakfast or dinner; food is essentially medicine. But breakfast can be especially important, even as our nutritional needs continue to change throughout our lifetime. Those changes can make it tough to determine what is a good breakfast … Continued
Regardless of your age, there are plenty of names you might be called. Some of them are funny, some are hurtful, and some might be just right. The question for seniors and those who care for them is: what’s the right name for someone once they’ve reached the sixty-five-year-old threshold? Old Timer, Senior Citizen, Elderly … Continued
Dear Allegra: As the director of a local senior center, I have the privilege of getting to know many of our members well. Some have participated in programs and activities at the center for many years. Our members are a mix of single older adults and long-married couples. A situation we witness quite frequently among … Continued
Editor’s note March 31: Significant developments in the coronavirus pandemic mean some of this advice may no longer apply. Please remember to practice social distancing and follow all CDC guidelines to ensure the safety of your loved ones and yourselves.Engaging in new activities and hobbies can be beneficial for senior health. From outdoor fun to … Continued
As we get older, regular exercise only becomes more difficult. Losses in flexibility, muscle mass, and bone density mean seniors find themselves at greater risk for a variety of exercise-related injuries. But stationary bike exercises for seniors can often serve as a stunningly simply solution to the problem. Why Cycling for Seniors? Cycling is adaptable. … Continued
You may have heard the expression that laughter is the best medicine. It turns out that might be true, especially for seniors. Discover why you should surround yourself with people who make you laugh. The Importance of Laughter While laughing can certainly brighten one’s day, it can also do a lot more. For seniors, laughing … Continued
Editor’s note March 31: Significant developments in the coronavirus pandemic mean some of this advice may no longer apply. Please remember to practice social distancing and follow all CDC guidelines to ensure the safety of your loved ones and yourselves. Spending long periods of time outdoors may not be an option in this weather, but … Continued