Senior Housing Articles

Healthy Lifestyle Tips For Seniors (5/19/2020) - Healthy living is essential regardless of your age, although, if you are 65 or older, a healthy lifestyle becomes crucial. This is because simple things such as s common cold or the flu can progress quickly into more severe illnesses such as pneumonia and others. In addition to such concerns, if you have a chronic … Continue reading "Healthy Lifestyle Tips For Seniors"
Treating Anxiety in Older Adults With Cannabis (3/19/2020) - Anxiety is a growing issue in today’s society, and senior citizens are by no means immune to this trend. In this article, we are going to discuss anxiety and how it affects seniors today. We will also look at what until recently has been a taboo topic – the use of cannabis as a treatment … Continue reading "Treating Anxiety in Older Adults With Cannabis"
The Coronavirus Pandemic’s Clear Danger to the Elderly (3/12/2020) - In this article, we will address the ongoing Coronavirus outbreak and how it is affecting seniors. The virus, which originated in the Chinese city of Wuhan and has spread to much of the world, has caused unprecedented fears, with the cancellation of sporting events, business conferences, and much more. On March 11, the World Health … Continue reading "The Coronavirus Pandemic’s Clear Danger to the Elderly"
Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs) And The Over 50 Crowd (2/25/2020) - The spread of sexually transmitted diseases (also known as STDs) is on the rise, even among 50-plus-year-old adults, in the U.S. and beyond. Approximately 20 million new STD cases emerge every year, though most go unreported. Adults over 50 years old make up a good chunk of this figure, despite senior citizens generally being less … Continue reading "Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs) And The Over 50 Crowd"
5 Top Reasons Medicaid Benefits Are Denied to Seniors (2/22/2020) - Many senior adults depend on Medicaid benefits as part of their health coverage, so when benefits are denied it can create serious problems for them. This article will discuss the 5 most common reasons Medicaid benefits are denied to seniors and what you can do if you are faced with Medicaid denial. Table of Contents … Continue reading "5 Top Reasons Medicaid Benefits Are Denied to Seniors"
Thyroid Disease – What Every Senior Citizen Needs to Know (2/16/2020) - Thyroid disease affects people of all walks of life and ages, but some types of thyroid disease are more common in senior citizens. Furthermore, it is often more difficult to diagnose thyroid disease in the elderly than in people below the age of 50, and this can lead to senior citizens suffering from undiagnosed thyroid … Continue reading "Thyroid Disease – What Every Senior Citizen Needs to Know"
Medicare – What Every Senior Needs to Know (2/11/2020) - You’ve seen the commercials on television. You’ve come across Medicare information online. You may even know a few people who currently receive Medicare benefits. While you may have a basic understanding of Medicare, this isn’t always enough to help you qualify for and secure benefits in the future. Fortunately, with the necessary knowledge, you’ll better … Continue reading "Medicare – What Every Senior Needs to Know"
Senior Housing and the Growing Senior Homelessness Problem (2/11/2020) - Table of Contents By 2050 Over 25% of the US Population Will be 65 Years Old or OlderLow Income Senior HousingHomelessness Among SeniorsFamiliar Surroundings are Preferable to Seniors By 2050 Over 25% of the US Population Will be 65 Years Old or Older Right now, roughly 15.6 percent of the US general population is 65 … Continue reading "Senior Housing and the Growing Senior Homelessness Problem"
4 Common Meal-Time Problems for Seniors and How to Avoid Them (1/16/2020) - Senior citizens often have more difficulty while eating than younger people. Problems can be caused by various factors, and most are readily treatable. Here are some of the most common issues that can interfere with seniors’ meal-time along with possible solutions. Table of Contents Dental HealthSwallowing DifficultiesMedicationsDementiaConclusion Dental Health As they age, many people begin … Continue reading "4 Common Meal-Time Problems for Seniors and How to Avoid Them"
Independent Living: Deciding What’s Best for You (1/9/2020) - There are many reasons why senior citizens consider moving. Having a large home, suffering from certain health issues, or possessing the desire to be closer to relatives are valid reasons to move after hitting retirement age. Likewise, it’s important to have realistic expectations about what you need or want in your next living situation. Look … Continue reading "Independent Living: Deciding What’s Best for You"