What Causes Forgetfulness? Is it Always Alzheimer’s or Dementia? Memory loss that is not “normal” is not always caused by Alzheimer’s or dementia. It can be caused by an undetected, seemingly unrelated medical problem. In many cases, treating the underlying medical problem can restore memory and return mental functioning back to normal. But if the… Read more Memory Loss in the Elderly
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Get an Aging Parent to Exercise: Motivate an Elderly Couch Potato
Everyone benefits from regular exercise. However, for aging adults, exercise is an important factor in staying healthy and mobile. While many older adults might join and enjoy a Pilates for seniors group or some other local exercise program for the elderly, there are elderly adults who consider exercise to be a dirty word. For some… Read more Get an Aging Parent to Exercise: Motivate an Elderly Couch Potato
Helping an Aging Parent Adapt to a Family Home
Elderly loved ones face a multitude of major lifestyle changes as they make their journey through the golden years. Change can be a good thing, but it can also be an emotional time of letting go. Seniors feel the loss and the stress that come with giving up a home and everything familiar that goes… Read more Helping an Aging Parent Adapt to a Family Home