Is Art Therapy Good For Parkinson’s Disease? Parkinson’s disease affects far more than movement. Over time, it can quietly reshape a person’s confidence, emotional wellbeing, and sense of identity. Tremors, stiffness, and slowed movement often receive the most attention, yet the emotional weight of the diagnosis can be just as […]
What Does Seasonal Depression Look Like In Seniors? Seasonal depression, often referred to as Seasonal Affective Disorder, can affect people of any age, yet its impact on seniors is sometimes overlooked. As the seasons change and daylight becomes limited, emotional and physical shifts may begin to appear gradually in older […]
Why Seniors With Dementia Keep Eating: The Science Behind Hyperphagia One of the most puzzling and distressing behaviors caregivers notice in seniors with dementia is their constant desire to eat. Meals are finished, plates are cleared, and yet moments later, the same question returns: “When is dinner?” or “Can I […]
How To Keep Your Mobility As You Age Mobility is more than the ability to move from one place to another. It represents freedom, independence, and confidence in daily life. As people age, changes in strength, balance, and endurance can quietly threaten that freedom. The good news is that mobility […]
The Oregon Potato Company, owner of the Salem, Oregon-based Willamette Valley Fruit Company, has voluntarily recalled approximately 55,689 pounds of frozen blueberries due to possible contamination with Listeria monocytogenes, a bacterium that can cause serious illness. The recall, initiated on February 12, 2026, involves individually quick frozen (IQF) blueberries packaged […]
Hearing loss affects millions of older adults, yet much of it can be prevented with early awareness and simple daily habits. Health experts warn that untreated hearing loss can contribute not only to communication challenges but also to balance problems, depression, and even dementia. The National Council on Aging emphasizes […]
