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Benefits of Companionship for Seniors
Scientists have discovered that having an active social life can help people stay mentally and physically healthy. This is particularly true for older people — the mental and physical stimulation received from talking to people and going to new places
Caring for Parkinson’s Disease Dementia Patient
Parkinson’s disease is a common neurodegenerative disease that affects at least 500,000 people in the United States. The condition mostly affects older people with the average age of onset being 60-years of age. Between 50 to 80 percent of people
Understanding Dementia Categories
Dementia is a broad category of brain diseases and conditions including Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s disease dementia, and Lewy body dementia. These conditions share a number of symptoms including memory loss, disorientation, mood swings and problems communicating. Dementia primarily affects older
Dealing with Arthritis
Dealing with arthritis is one of the most common health complaints in seniors. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 50% of Americans aged 65 or older suffer from arthritis. Arthritis can dramatically impact a person’s quality of
Parkinson’s Disease Dementia
Parkinson’s disease is the second most common neurodegenerative disease in the world, behind Alzheimer’s disease. It affects the central nervous system, causing a variety of physical symptoms including stiffness, difficulty walking, problems with balance and poor posture. As the disease
Helping Seniors Deal with Parkinson’s Disease
Parkinson’s disease is one of the most common neurodegenerative diseases in the United States. It affects approximately 1 million people and there are about 60,000 new cases diagnosed each year. Seniors with this condition often need help around the home
Eye Problems in the Elderly
It is natural for your vision to change as you get older. However, if you notice a strong decline in your ability to see or you are experiencing pain in your eyes, you may in fact have an age-related eye
Sensory Stimulation for Alzheimer’s
Alzheimer’s disease remains the most common neurodegenerative disease in the United States. It has a devastating impact on people’s lives and is the 6th highest cause of death. It is very traumatic to see a loved one pass away from
The Hidden Costs of Assisted Living
The number of assisted living facilities has dramatically increased in the United States over the past 25-years. These facilities provide long-term accommodation for seniors and offer a range of optional services including medication management, transportation services, meals, laundry services, exercise
Singing is Beneficial in Early Stages of Dementia
This article discusses how singing is beneficial in early stages of dementia. If you know someone in their early stages of Dementia, you could ask them to try singing and here’s why. Dementia covers a lot of different types of
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About the Author
Eric Barth | CEO
Eric is the CEO of All Heart Home Care, a local home care agency. He is the writer for All Heart Home Care’s blog page. He leads an award-winning home care agency by senioradvisor.com 5 years in a row. (2017 – 2021), as one of the top home care agencies in San Diego, CA