Each year, active seniors prepare for their annual trek to warmer pastures. Instead of shivering through yet another frigid Midwest winter, they pack up for Florida with bathing suits, clubs, and Bermuda shorts. As summer temperatures reach uncomfortable levels, the return trip begins, allowing active seniors to continue their active lifestyle without the discomfort of extreme temperatures. Snowbirds also enjoy the convenience, security, and safety that comes from elegantly designed,...

In today's world, home safety for the elderly is very important. Maybe you've had parents or grandparents visit, and you're not sure whether your house is fully equipped to handle them. By reading this article, you can decide whether your home is safe enough for your loved ones.

Tip #1: No More Slip & Slide

Firstly, a fall can be very dangerous for an elderly person. Thus, making sure that your house is as slip free as possible is your first step. If you have rugs in...

Having good communication skills can help prevent terrible reactions from elderly people who may be mentally or physically impaired. The task may become frustrating at times, but communicating is one of the most important things we can do to stay in touch with our elderly loved ones.

When attempting to communicate with elderly people who have limited physical and mental abilities, remember to listen carefully, speak clearly and slowly, and try to use non-verbal communication...

There are some areas that deal with having a lot of assisted living city possibilities, in other words there are so many assisted living facilities in a given area that you might as well call it an assisted living city. Examples of such are different areas of California for instance.

Some people who are considering assisted living communities do not wish to live in the country, but desire assisted living city locations. Perhaps they lived in the city all their lives and the...

Looking for fun activities for seniors? That's exactly what you will find here. In moment in time you will learn 5 fun things you can do with your favorite senior. These activities will be best suited for the elderly that have mobility issues. So we won't be suggestion running marathons or mountain climbing here. But if you are looking for fun things to do with an aging parent or grandparent, that doesn't get around quite as well as they used to, here are five things you should enjoy...

As a writer, I've felt that someday, somewhere my work would touch human hearts, bridge continents, unite generations.
One night, it did.
I'm at McKinley's Tavern, sipping Amber Bock. The Blues Band is on a break. A small, white-haired man sits two barstools away.
"I've got ten kids," he boasts. "And two grandbabies on the way. My youngest daughter is in the Army. I think the world of that girl. Last five years, she's been in Germany. "
"Does...

Alzheimer is a life threatening disease that is very difficult to deal with. It can take away the lives of people it affects. The physical well being of a person gradually deteriorates due to this terrible disease. It is very unfortunate to witness the physical pain of your loved one. Especially it can be very depressing if you are trying your best to provide the best medical care with no improvement at all. Alzheimer can simply leave someone bankrupted. Ask any relative or friend who...

It is a fact of nature - as we get older, our bones become more brittle, and muscles lose mass. It becomes harder to get around and everyday we chance injury through slips and falls. But does it have to be that way? Not at all. Senior weight lifting is very important as we age and is something to start right now.

Staying fit is extremely important for the elderly. Flexibility in our later years is something that does not come easily. Creating a regular exercise regime is the key...

A caregiver plays a very important role in the society. They offer care and support to elderly people who stay alone at home. They look after the ill people and it takes a lot of effort and time. If any of your near and dear ones is a caregiver you must have noticed that they are not only tired but mentally drained at times.

Have you ever thought care givers are also human beings and even...

"He left me nothing but bills. Do I have to pay them?"

Unfortunately, many folks who have lost a loved one quickly find that the deceased had accrued substantial debt. Survivors are often then left with the challenges of dealing with this debt both ethically and legally. While the moral issue is something that should be understood, the legal obligation is what worries most people. The usual question asked is "Do I owe the debt of a deceased family...