Sleep Tips for the Elderly
NJ Senior Health 10 Sleep Tips for Seniors Many people have trouble falling asleep because of poor sleep hygiene practices. Sleep hygiene means the personal habits and environmental factors that affect your sleep. 1. Go to bed and wake up at the same time every day. Your body gets used to a sleep pattern. Even […]
Effects of Aging on Hearing, Vision and Other Senses
NJ Senior Health What to expect when the senses go One of the realities of aging is a progressive loss of the five senses. Consider the following: Vision To see clearly, a 70-year-old eye needs three times more light than someone half that age. The first sign of a problem is usually trouble seeing at […]
Grandparenting: Fun Activities for Grandchildren and Grandparents
NJ Senior Living & Lifestyle Maintaining close relationships with grandchildren is important for the emotional health and well being of seniors. Here are some things to consider whether you live close or far away: At home: Play dress-up. Go through your closet and set aside unused clothes for pretend play – the more vintage and […]
15 Fitness Tips for NJ Seniors
Senior Health & Fitness Exercise can help anyone, regardless of age. Here are some things to consider in helping a senior get into shape: 1. Get a checkup Meet with your healthcare provider to see whether you will need to consider any special modifications before starting an exercise program. If necessary, get a clearance to […]
Home Safety for Seniors: 19 Tips
Home safety tips for seniors Most accidents occur in the home. What can you do to protect an elderly loved one from getting hurt? Here are some steps to follow: · Keep outdoor steps and walkways in good condition and clear of debris. · Illuminate all stairways and hallways and provide light switches at both […]
Elderly Hearing Problems: How to Communicate with Your Doctor
NJ Senior Health Life can become increasingly difficult for those seniors who suffer from a hearing problem. This can be particularly distressing if it impinges on your communicating with your physician. Here are some things to consider: Bring an interpreter. If you prefer to have an interpreter, have a friend or relative accompany you. You […]
Elderly Exercise: It’s Never Too Late
NJ Senior Health & Fitness Physical activity is good for people at any age. Among elderly adults, falls are a common cause of injury and disability. Physical activity makes your bones and muscles stronger. When your muscles are strong, you are less likely to fall. If you do fall, strong bones are less likely to […]
Prostate Cancer – 11 Signs & Symptoms
NJ Senior Health Prostate cancer is the most common type of cancer found in American men, other than skin cancer. Although men of any age can get prostate cancer, it is found most often in men over 65 – in fact, more than 8 of 10 men with prostate cancer are over the age of […]
Planning a Healthy Meal for Your Senior
Senior Health & Lifestyle What’s for dinner? Here are a few things to consider when planning a menu for a senior: Easy to chew and swallow: Our digestive processes changes with age and seniors tend to produce 30% less saliva then they did while younger. Foods that are dry can be difficult to chew and […]
Tips for the Elderly to Stay Warm in Winter
NJ Senior Tips Winter is a difficult time for cold area people – most especially for elderly seniors. Here are some things to consider (while keeping costs down): Create a “warm room” in areas where you frequently spend time. Turn down thermostats in closed-off rooms, but remember during frigid weather to provide enough heat to […]
