Senior Gamers on the Rise
Do you have any young relatives who are vastly into video games? Probably so, and this comes as no surprise given that 47% of gamers are between the ages of 18-35 ,but have you considered adding video games to you own list of hobbies? You might be surprised to learn that there is an increasingly growing number of americans aged over 50 who participate in video games. In fact, the American Association of Retired Persons and the Entertainment Software Association, conducted a study which found that 38% of Americans aged 50 and[…]
Some Pills Actually too Hard to Swallow
For most, swallowing a pill may appear as a simple and mindless task however, for about 68% of nursing home residents afflicted by dysphagia, it is not. Dysphagia is used to refer to those who suffer from difficulty swallowing, pills included. This difficulty associated with swallowing pills in the elderly, may range from problems associated with the nerves, muscles, or even just a mental aversion to swallowing pills. We are taught early on that we must chew our foods before swallowing in order to keep from choking so naturally, our[…]
Most Common Regrets: The Edelrly
Life is full of endless opportunities and experiences but atlas all our days on this earth are in fact numbered. Some will live longer than others, some may have a general idea of how long they have to live, while most will go unknowingly. Regardless of our time on earth, most of us want to ensure that we make the “most” of our stay and that our life choices are ones we will reflect upon with little to no regrets. As you have likely gathered, it appears the more years we live out,[…]
Meal Services for Seniors
Eating well in conjunction with staying healthy can be a difficult task for many and an especially challenging one for seniors. This is unfortunate given that good nutrition can be especially vital in the older years of one’s life. Ideally, seniors should strive to maintain a balanced diet filled with lean meats, fish, fruits, vegetables, and healthy starches however, more often than not this is not a reality for all seniors. Seniors may struggle with achieving this for various reasons such as, limited mobility/balance, poor memory, or even low moral. The gap between a[…]
Top Five Post Retirement Part-Time Jobs
Perhaps, you are approaching an age where you are not yet ready to fully retire however, are in fact ready to retire from your professional career. You are not alone in this, as a recent study found that 40% of adults 65 and over are currently employed in part-time work. You may choose to hold a part time job post retirement from your professional career for varying reasons such as extra cash, to avoid boredom, or to pursue a hobby you’ve always wanted to try. Whatever the reason may be, part[…]
Relocating in your Senior Years
As some us may choose to relocate for work, family, or even just a change of pace, moving can be a stressful life event for all. Regardless if it be down the street or to a new city, the act of having to gather all your life’s belongings, pack them up, and move can be unsettling for many. The more belonging you’ve accrued over the years the more stuff you must decide whether to pack or discard and you can only assume the more years you’ve lived the more “stuff” you’ve gathered. This[…]