Depression can affect people at different stages in their lives, and many elderly people find themselves struggling. Getting older brings new and often unique life changes that can impact mental health, creating feelings of loneliness, anxiety and depression. Poor...
Isolation and loneliness are common in elderly people who are living alone. There are several reasons why elderly people may struggle more with loneliness including, declining health, lack of mobility, retirement from work, and deaths of friends and family members....
With the new year comes the time to set a new resolution; it’s a time for reflection and the chance to see where improvements can be made to enhance physical and emotional well-being. Elderly people may find that setting resolutions offers a renewed sense of purpose,...
When the cold weather sets in, comfort food can help people feel warm, full, and happy. There are a wide range of dishes that offer hearty, nutritious, and festive feelings, from soup and broth to freshly baked bread and spiced puddings. Good nutrition is a critical...
With the cold weather and shorter days of winter, elderly people may find themselves cooped up in their homes more often than not. It’s important to keep the brain and body active to enhance wellbeing and stay sharp, so those darker, chillier winter days and evenings...
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