Posts Tagged ‘senior living’
Fear of Falling in Seniors – Ready, Steady, Go!
Fear of falling in seniors is a problem that affects the quality of life of many seniors. Around 40-70% of people aged 60+ who have fallen, fear falling again. The recovery process was so challenging, that it left the seniors worried how they could manage if it would happen again. Fear of falling and of…
Read MoreSenior Living – Is a Budgie a Good Pet for A Senior?
Is a budgie a good pet for a senior? This is a question that applies to animal-loving seniors and perhaps, also to those who are not. A lot of research has been done to understand the benefits of pets for senior adults. There are studies and sites that discuss which are the best pet animals…
Read MoreSleep Solutions for a Patient in a Rehab Center
The greatest advantage of post-acute rehabilitation in a great rehab center is the top-notch medical care provided. That being said, a resident who is staying in the rehab center for a number of days or weeks might have a sleep-challenge. The patient is not in their own home, the environment is different. It takes most…
Read MoreEnhancing Senior Living with Music
What can relieve seniors of boredom, facilitate social interaction, and bring mental and medical benefits? Music! Enhancing senior living with music is a gateway to a host of benefits to seniors. Read on about how music benefits seniors and especially seniors who are in rehab. Listening to music has so many benefits. It…
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