You’ve been looking for a walk-in tub to fit your needs, and that allows you to still have independence while you bathe. On the other hand, maybe you’ve been experiencing a nasty bout of vertigo when you walk into the shower, or you’ve been getting a little paranoid that a fall while you shower is […]

How does that saying go? I’ll be there to catch you when you fall? Well, that’s not always the case. When you’re getting along into older adult territory, the chances of falling and hurting yourself only get bigger. Getting older isn’t bad. It’s actually quite fun and fulfilling. Ask the experts! But the chances of falling […]

Imagine this…you’re getting out of the shower, and your foot slips. Or maybe you take a weird step, and your body chooses to give out. You fall, and you hear something snap, and you feel pain where you’ve never felt pain before. The pain of a bad fall can feel like one of the worst […]

We don’t want to believe that we get more fragile as we get older, but we do. While that’s not inevitable, there are a lot of things you can do to keep yourself in amazing health, like a great diet and physical exercise. It also helps to be informed about what changes are happening with […]

More and more seniors are using cell phones in their daily lives. These devices allow them to quickly reach out to family members or medical professionals in case of an emergency, and they can make completing daily errands even easier. But, some older adults may struggle with cell phones that have complicated, multi-step technology. And, […]

It’s no secret that falls and injuries are most common in aging adults. Falls actually account for 87% of all fractures among people 65 and older. With the fear of falls, a lot of us may feel like we can’t enjoy our daily routine like we used to. Not to mention the worries we put […]

Hearing loss is a problem that affects millions of Americans. Although no group is immune from hearing loss issues – and its associated costs, such as potential depression, anxiety, and a sense of loneliness and isolation – the risks rise as people age. Therefore, hearing loss is particularly prevalent among senior citizens. Below are 30 important […]

Caregiving for a family or loved one can be an extremely stressful experience for the caregiver. This stress can have a devastating impact on the caregiver’s physical and mental health and can also generate a wide range of conflicted emotions. Often caregivers find themselves feeling hopeless, as if the situation that they are in is […]

As the American population continues to age, older adults and their loved ones are often forced to make challenging decisions about where they should live. Many older adults choose to age in place, while some move in with family members. But, other older adults opt for retirement communities, assisted living facilities, and nursing homes. Below, […]

As the American population continues to age, increasing numbers of people are entering their retirement years. Many people move into retirement excited about the future, planning to tick off impressive feats from their lifelong bucket list. But, others are nervous. Will they have enough activities to keep them busy after a lifetime of 9-to-5 work? […]