Falls and Fractures: How to Prevent Them
The risk of falling – along with fall-related complications – rises with age. More than one in four people aged 65 years or older fall each year and falls account for 87% of all fractures in the elderly. A simple slip or trip can lead to a fracture that could be the start of long-term […]
10 Common Aged Care Terms Explained
Making the decision to move into an aged care facility can be daunting in itself. Throw in a plethora of aged care jargon and anyone will feel overwhelmed. We take the guessing work out of your aged care decisions by explaining some common terms that you may come across during your research… Aged Care Facility […]
Tips for enjoying the holiday season with a senior
The festive season is upon us and although it is a joyous time for most, it is a sad reality that for some – especially older people – it can be a time of loneliness and despair. If you would like to lighten the burden and spend time with an ageing loved one this holiday […]
Tips For Seniors to Stay Healthy All Year Round
As you get older, taking care of your health becomes increasingly important if you wish to live a long, active and happy life. After the age of 65, the risk of complications and infections increase when you get sick. The good news is that there is much you can do to strengthen your immune system, […]
Five ways of keeping your mind active as you age
When we age, our brain shrinks and blood flow within it slows down. The brain loses volume, causing a loss of some nerve cell connection. This can lead to more frequent memory lapses. Memory and other cognitive changes can be frustrating, but the good news is that you can learn how to keep your mind […]
Joyce celebrates her 104th birthday
STAYING true to yourself, having a positive attitude and being active – this is how you get to live a long life, says Joyce Swingburn, a resident at Nazareth Care Port Elizabeth, who celebrated her 104th birthday on November 26. In the short time that Nazareth Care Port Elizabeth has learnt to know her; Joyce’s […]
Seven of the best exercises for seniors
Active ageing is currently a buzz term – and for good reason. Keeping your mind – and body! – active will help to preserve good health and quality of life. Exercise has a host of benefits for ageing adults and the elderly. It can help to prevent common diseases such as diabetes and heart disease, […]
Outing ideas for seniors
Spring is in full bloom and the weather is lovely – it is the perfect time of year to take an ageing loved one on an outing … Getting out and enjoying interactions with others and with nature is important at any age, but perhaps even more so for older adults, in whom social isolation […]
Ten early warning signs of dementia
Dementia is a general term for the loss of memory, language, problem-solving and other cognitive abilities that is so severe that it interferes with daily activities. Alzheimer’s disease is the most common type of dementia. Dementia mostly affects older adults, but it is not a part of normal ageing. Although there is currently no cure for […]
Maintaining quality of life
Thanks to advancements in medical care, we are on average living longer than ever before. In theory this should translate into many golden years of blissful and well-earned rest and relaxation. However, if you are taking care of an ageing loved one, you could probably testify that, in practice, many who reach retirement age find […]