Date published: 2022-07-12 Amazon Prime Day 2022 is July 12 and 13 Amazon Prime Day takes place this year on July 12 – 13, 2022. Over the next two days, Amazon Prime members can take advantage of deep discounts and special prices on millions of products. To help you shop the sale, we explain the two Amazon Prime membership options and a…
Health conditions like arthritis, low vision, frailty, stroke, or dementia can make everyday tasks challenging for older adults. With heat, liquids, and knives, working in the kitchen can be especially dangerous. We found 10 simple kitchen aids for seniors that increase safety, prevent accidents, and help them stay independent longer. Being able to perform everyday tasks independently boosts mood and self-esteem. Additionally,…
We break down the six main types of wheelchairs for seniors, explore useful accessories for comfort and safety, and explain what Medicare covers and what it may not.
Getting dressed and undressed is an everyday task that’s challenging for many older adults. A variety of health conditions can make independent dressing difficult: Alzheimer’s, dementia, stroke, arthritis, limited mobility, surgery recovery, and others. Alium Adaptive Apparel shares 5 helpful dressing tips that make the process easier and smoother for both seniors and caregivers. Getting dressed is a daily action that…
Good foot care products for seniors can improve health and safety Thinking about and caring for somebody else’s feet is kind of gross. But foot care is important for older adults because aging feet have poorer circulation and drier skin. That can cause bigger issues like pain, infection, unwillingness to walk, and increased fall risk. Solving common foot problems increases your older adult’s…
Fantastic free mobile app with jigsaw puzzles for adults Jigsaw puzzles for adults are a wonderful activity for seniors. They’re fun and also keep the mind active. Best of all, puzzles can be selected to fit your older adult’s abilities so they always feel successful and just challenged enough. Having puzzles in a digital app is a great option, especially if your…
Getting dressed can be difficult for seniors It’s surprising how difficult the everyday task of getting dressed can be for many seniors. Wearing normal clothes can become too difficult because of common medical conditions like arthritis, stroke, or dementia. Common clothing challenges include: Not being able to fasten buttons and zippers Repeatedly undressing themselves (a common Alzheimer’s and dementia behavior) Swollen feet or ankles making…
