5 Ways Poor Sleep Can Impact Your Senior Parent
Sleep is the key to good health, and when seniors aren’t getting enough sleep or getting quality sleep, it can affect their physical and mental
Donna Wrabel, LMSW
October 18, 2024
Sleep is the key to good health, and when seniors aren’t getting enough sleep or getting quality sleep, it can affect their physical and mental
One of the challenges of taking care of a senior parent can be getting them to eat enough. Seniors have a high risk of becoming
Having bypass surgery is a big deal. Your loved one just had a new bypass route created around her heart to allow blood and oxygen
Wheezing is a symptom that people of any age might experience, but it can be particularly frustrating or even upsetting for aging adults. In seniors,
Loneliness has been an issue for seniors who live independently for a long time, but the Covid-19 pandemic made loneliness even worse for seniors. A
Bad breath, also called halitosis, is a common issue for aging adults. Bad breath is embarrassing, but it might be more than that, too. Persistent
Choking is a huge problem for aging adults and the risks increase if they’re dealing with other health issues. Changes in the ability to swallow,
The respiratory system alters with age, which can increase susceptibility to a variety of diseases. For instance, the lungs lose some of their flexibility, and
Better sleep means looking at all sorts of variables, including the bedroom. As seniors age, they might experience difficulties sleeping well for a lot of
The importance of eating a well-balanced diet for general health and well-being increases with age. Maintaining mobility, strengthening immunity, controlling chronic conditions, and preserving cognitive
