Tips to Avoid Harmful Drug Reactions and Over Medication in Seniors
On average, people over the age of 65 take over 14 medications a year. That puts them at higher risk of over medication and negative drug side effects. According to the CDC, people over 65 are also twice as likely to go to the emergency room because of a harmful drug reaction and 7 times […]
Fun Activities for Seniors to do at Home
Painting – Painting is a good diversion activity for seniors. It offers a great way for them to express their thoughts and emotions and helps improve eye-to-hand coordination and boosting their confidence. Scrapbooking – Scrapbooking for seniors is a trip down memory lane. It is a fun and creative way of documenting memories with photographs. […]
Stimulating Easter Activities for Seniors
Craft Projects – Coloring Easter egg pictures might be something your older adult would enjoy. Choose basic projects for your loved one that do not require complicated instructions. Religious Themed Remembrances – You can give your senior an Easter Lily (a symbol of hope and life). Giving seeds or helping plant flowers are another option. […]
Tips for Keeping Seniors Healthy
Encourage seniors to wash their hands more frequently and/or longer by singing two choruses of “Happy Birthday.” Use a calm tone to encourage hand washing and explain step-by-step if need be. If possible, use a soap in a dispenser. If bar soap is used, the bar should be kept dry or rinsed off prior to […]
Easy Crafts for Seniors with Dementia
Arrange Flowers Flower arranging is a perfect activity for older adults who enjoy flowers or gardening. Attach Pipes and Fittings Many older adults use to enjoy being handy around the house. Remind them of those pleasant memories with an activity whee they can put together and take apart pipes. Play with Play Doh Making shapes […]
Cheerful Valentine’s Day Activities for Seniors
Create a Festive Environment. Putting up decorations makes any holiday festive and special. Cut hearts out of colored paper and stick them up around the house. Celebrate with Family and Friends. Any holiday is a good reason to get together with family and friends. Organize a casual potluck, or even just coffee/tea. Enjoy Valentine Themed […]
Great Activities for Limited Mobililty
Great Activities for Limited Mobility: 1. Spend Time Reading – Reading is a fantastic way to spend time and keep the brain engaged. 2. Explore a Variety of Hobbies – Activities that don’t require a lot of moving include bird watching, knitting, crocheting, indoor garden, or playing a musical instrument. 3. Get Creative – Drawing, […]
6 Ways to Adapt Holiday Activities for Seniors with Dementia
Keep groups small to avoid over stimulation. For example, instead of having one big get together for all of the family, have a couple of family events over the course of a few weeks; or limit the event to immediate family only. Schedule important activities for their best time of the day. If your senior […]
Lifestyle Choices for Better Brain Health
Join Dr. William Simpson, staff clinician at the Roper St. Francis Research and Innovation Center, to learn about how certain lifestyle factors such as proper nutrition, healthy sleep habits, socialization, mental well-being, and physical activity can improve overall brain health and cognitive functioning. This is especially significant given that better brain health has been linked […]
Gorgeous Grandma Day is July 23
Gorgeous Grandma Day is July 23. The day to tell Granny just how stunning she really is. Many people around the world say that we do not do enough to honor our elderly. Just as well, then, that days such as Gorgeous Grandma Day exist. Gorgeous Grandma Day is a time of the year in […]
