Blog: Senior Tips

Can Fidget Spinners Help Dementia Symptoms?

If you have school-aged children or grandchildren, chances are you’ve heard of fidget spinners. Originally marketed as an aid to help those with ADHD or anxiety to stay calm and focused, they have since become immensely popular simply for their sheer entertainment value. Can they do more? Can fidget spinners help dementia symptoms? Fidget spinners…

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5 Benefits of Senior Fitness Programs and Aquatic Exercise

There’s no arguing with the fact that staying active is important, no matter what age we are. However, it’s also all too true that, as we age, our bodies slow down and exercise becomes a little more difficult. According to the CDC, by the time they are 75, about one in three men and one…

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Caregiver Tips: How to Communicate With a Dementia Patient

Perhaps one of the most heartbreaking aspects of caring for a person with dementia is the feeling that you are losing the ability to connect with them. Maybe you used to enjoy long, stimulating conversations and you feel a profound sense of loss as you notice your loved one’s communication skills slipping away. As a…

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The Surprising Benefits of Bingo

Bingo is well known as a go-to activity for seniors, but it turns out that it can provide far more than entertainment. If you or a loved one enjoy playing this popular game, you may be surprised to learn that it has some important health benefits! Health Benefits of Bingo Mental Stimulation It’s no secret that…

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Four Benefits of Coloring for Seniors

If you thought that coloring was just for kids, it’s time to think again! Coloring can be both enjoyable and relaxing for adults, and it has some notable benefits — especially for seniors. No one is suggesting that you go out and buy a box of crayons and a childish coloring book featuring simple cartoon…

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When Should You Transfer Power of Attorney?

Long term planning can be difficult, especially if it involves thinking proceedings a time in the future when you or a loved one may experience a decline in health or a loss of independence. However, when the proper steps have been taken in advance, any transition in life can be met with more success. A…

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Helping Aging Parents Downsize Before a Move

As anyone who has ever moved can tell you, moving is physically and emotionally exhausting. This may be especially true for aging parents who are facing the prospect of relocating to a smaller home or possibly a senior or assisted living community. Although they know it’s necessary, they may feel overwhelmed at the thought of letting…

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