Aging is a normal part of life. We often don’t think about it even as we get older. When Dad does not join us for a day out we just think that he is tired, when Mom forgets her appointment we just shrug it off as forgetfulness. What to Look for As Our Parents Age The...
Depression in Older Adults and the Elderly Feeling down every once in a while is a normal part of life, but if these feelings start lasting for weeks or longer, you may have depression. The same will apply for the elderly loved ones in your life. Here are more details...
Depression in Your Elderly Loved Ones Can be Hard to Recognize While depression may be common in elderly loved ones, it is not a normal part of aging. Depression in the elderly affects about 6 million Americans ages 65 and older. But only 10% get treatment. Some...
Ways for Grandchildren to Bond with Their Grandparents without Face-to-Face Contact Grandparents have a special connection with their grandchildren. They offer unconditional love, encouragement, and support their dreams. Some grandparents live in the same communities...
Prevent Senior Depression with Home Care In-home care through Alliance Senior Care provides your elderly loved ones with companionship, an important element in combating depression. It is becoming more and more evident that for many senior citizens, what was intended...
Labor Day Activities to do with your Senior Loved One Labor Day Weekend is right around the corner. While Labor Day traditionally marks the end of summer, there’s still plenty of time for fun activities for the entire family. The weather is still warm, and there is...