Elder Care Cafe

Physical activity is important at any age, but as we get older becomes even more vital to our health. The fact of the matter is that elderly people have a higher risk of developing health problems such as obesity, high blood pressure and heart disease, and regular physical activity can lower that risk. Unfortunately, though, [...]

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Although many people believe that pets make good companions for their aging parents, not everyone agrees. We decided to look into the advantages and disadvantages of seniors having a pet in their home. When most people think of having pets in their home, they usually mean cats or dogs. But, there are other pets that [...]

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My mother was an artist from the time she was a young girl living in the hardscrabble land of the eastern Upper Peninsula of Michigan in the 1920’s and 30’s. After spending her early years in a one-room country school, she attended St. Ignace High School for several years until her parents moved to the [...]

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The other day as I was trying to reconnect to the old caregiving forums I used to inhabit several years ago, one of the sites I checked out was the AARP website. I was specifically looking for forums or discussion boards. What I found was the Community tab on the second group of tabs at [...]

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The World Health Organization’s (WHO) position statement entitled: “Guidelines for the Promotion of Physical Activity for Older Persons” states that most elderly people can find a physically active lifestyle beneficial and that simply being active trumps the actual type of physical activity they may engage in. “There are many different kinds of physical activity which [...]

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Jennifer Doherty has written a guest post especially for our readers. I’m excited to share this article about practical travel advice for seniors and baby boomers, and the benefits of volunteering around the world. Hopefully Jennifer’s article will give you some ideas to expand your personal horizon. If you want to know more about Jennifer, check [...]

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You have probably seen your neighbors walking their pets several times a day, sometimes early in the morning or late at night. When that neighbor is in his or her 70’s, 80’s, or even 90’s, have you ever wondered how they manage to care for a pet? When people are young, it’s easier to get [...]

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One of the fastest growing demographics regarding the older set has to do with the Internet. Statistics show that a growing number of seniors are taking to the World Wide Web for a variety of reasons. Not only that, but many of those getting on line are not those in their early sixties – they [...]

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Many people work their whole adult life without taking time to enjoy a hobby or two. They have no clue as to how to enjoy life as a senior citizen. When it’s time to retire, they have no idea what to do with their time. A few are able start up something they have always [...]

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Margaret Jules is a writer and guest blogger who enjoys an active lifestyle. You can read more about her and check out her website at the end of this article. Exercises are great stress reliever and it also boosts self confidence among seniors. Researches reveal that martial arts are a great form of activity for [...]

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Debra Johnson wrote this wonderful post about children and the good times they experienced with their grandmother. This is a thoughtful and interesting article that will hopefully remind grandparents how important they are to their grandchildren no matter how old they are. My children have been truly blessed by the presence of their grandmother. She [...]

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This article is a guest post by Ava Dela Vega and, I believe, a timely topic. As the baby boomers enter their mid to upper sixties, those who love to travel are most likely still on the road. Senior travelers should check out these points and take heed. You can learn more about Ava in [...]

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This guest post was written by Jim Rollince on behalf of Gym Source. Staying active is important at any age, but especially so as we age. I hope the information in this article will encourage you to review your own exercise routine.  The benefits of exercise for senior citizens are many. In addition to reducing the risks of diseases [...]

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As we age, one of our concerns is how to find clothing for seniors that are appropriate for our age, looks good on us, and is comfortable. There is such a focus on the buying power of the teen to forties demographic age groups, especially on television and in the print media, that it becomes [...]

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Grandparents and grandchildren seem to have a special bond that cannot be broken no matter what happens. I’ve found that one of the greatest blessings in my life is my grandson, who is now five-years-old.  Anyone who knows me knows that I was not the best parent in the world. One of the great things [...]

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