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8 Activities to Boost Mental Health for Seniors
Staying active and challenging your brain are a few important ways to boost mental health later in life. But for some seniors adjusting to a new season of life can be difficult, especially if they are also managing mental health issues. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), more than seven million…
Covid-19: the Effects of Social Isolation on Seniors
Practicing social distancing is recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and has been widely accepted as one of the best methods for reducing the spread of the coronavirus ( COVID-19,) but it can cause other concerns for those in isolation. Seniors are among the most vulnerable to the virus, but they are…
Recognizing the Signs and Symptoms of Geriatric Depression
Identifying depression in older adults can be challenging because symptoms of the disease are often be mistaken as typical signs of aging. However, geriatric depression is not typical, though it is treatable if diagnosed early and managed properly. Nearly two-thirds of elderly adults struggling with depression do not receive adequate treatment. Left untreated, geriatric depression…
Caring for Caregivers
Providing full- or part-time care for a loved one managing mental health challenges like depression, anxiety or the behavioral side effects of early-stage Alzheimer’s disease or dementia can be overwhelming. Caregiving often involves long hours managing medications, providing physical support, navigating complex health conditions and juggling other family and career obligations. Add to that the…
Talking to Older Adults About Coronavirus
How to speak with your elderly loved ones about COVID-19 With COVID-19 cases growing rapidly, our daily routines are becoming unrecognizable. Disruptions have given way to panic for many, deeply affecting our mental and emotional well-being. In the midst of a crisis, everyone responds differently. However, older people age 60 and up and those with…