Seniors’ bodies don’t cope as well with heat as younger people’s bodies do, making them more vulnerable to all sorts of heat-related illnesses. With summer coming up soon, we’re shining a light on the potential hazards of the hotter months and talking about what older

Coping with the loss of a parent is one of the hardest challenges in life. Come holidays like Mother’s Day, it can be especially painful if your mom has passed or you are no longer in contact. No matter your situation, Mother’s Day remains an

Being the caregiver of a loved one with a disability can be a difficult task that can wear you down, especially if your loved one has not yet been diagnosed and is currently living with an unknown condition. As we balance our need to take

There’s no denying that the modern world isn’t designed for elderly people and often ignores their needs. Thus, it takes some individual initiative to enhance the lives of your loved ones and really help them achieve their greatest quality of life. Here are 17 things

Modern life isn’t designed for the elderly, but thankfully there are many exciting hacks and devices that make it possible to navigate daily activities independently. From mobility aids to personal care aids, there's a wide variety of elderly care products to explore. In this guide, we’ll

As you age, your mobility and needs change, necessitating wardrobe changes every so often. Indeed, many older adults find “regular” clothing uncomfortable to wear and difficult to get into. Thankfully, there is a lot of adaptive clothing for men out there that is designed specifically

Unfortunately, regular clothing is not made with the needs of elderly people in mind. As you age, you will probably benefit from seeking adaptive clothing for women that is specifically designed around the needs of seniors, including limited range of motion and wheelchair use. Here

By fizkes / Shutterstock.com Want to make life easier on your elderly loved one who lives alone? There are plenty of helpful devices available to improve their daily living, even if they don’t live by themselves. Here are 15 helpful, thoughtful gift ideas for elderly people,

By Maria Sbytova / Shutterstock.com As your loved ones get older, their mobility and energy levels often change, so they may no longer be up for your favorite activities like long days at hot amusement parks or Olympic-size malls. However, there are plenty of other less

Helping your elderly loved ones move into a nursing home can be a very stressful experience. In almost all cases, they will need to seriously downsize their possessions, which can be a time-consuming and emotional process for everyone involved. At the same time, you also