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As harsh as it may sound, but Covid is far from over. In fact, there is a surge. But it’s no excuse for spending hours on end on the couch, especially for older adults, since the pandemic can affect them beyond the conventional contracting of the virus. It is imperative seniors exercise to strengthen their immunity, which is the need of the hour given the Covid surge. A strong immunity will translate to a significantly lower risk of complications from the virus. There’s also no denying that finding opportunities to move and exercise has become a challenge in these dark hours in view of limited access to exercise classes, gyms and an overall decline in motivation to stay active. This blog aims to discuss some in-house exercises that will hold older adults- those still active or have limited mobility- in good stead. Get moving with these exercises to stay on top of your health game. Some in-home exercises by assisted living Anthem facilities for the emotional and physical welfare o...

There’s no two ways about the fact that we are living in unprecedented times given the Covid surge across the globe. USA isn’t far behind in this regard. Prioritizing your health is of utmost importance. Your work is a tad more if you are caring for someone dealing with Alzheimer’s disease or other-related dementia. This article aims to give you an idea on how you can help your older adult with Alzheimer’s easily navigate life during the pandemic: Do not lose your calm - As a family caregiver, you are bound to get stressed as you navigate life in these tough times. Try to stay calm and composed, no matter the situation. Stay off social media for some time to erase negativity from your life. Avoid watching news with your Alzheimer’s loved one. If you are overwhelmed with feelings, channel it into productive action (taking up a hobby, learning something new). You can very well turn your feelings into success when you have the right outlets to express your feelings, such as talking to...

  All of us will agree on one thing that getting older brings many changes, both physically and mentally. With age you might be healthy, but your brain and body start slowing down. Keeping your cognitive health in good shape- the ability to clearly think, learn, and remember—is important for your overall well-being. Cognitive health is a vital part of brain health that is influenced by many a thing starting from your genes, lifestyle, to the environment. All these impacts your thinking skills and the ability to carry out daily chores/perform day-to-day tasks. It is common to experience some decline in cognitive function with age, which include impairments to short term working memory, processing speed, attention, and problem-solving. This means losing things, forgetting things, etc. from time to time. One might as well experience that it takes longer to learn new things. However, these symptoms don’t necessarily mean you are at the cusp of developing Alzheimer’s or dementia. Gra...

There are almost 6 million Americans living with some form of dementia today, Alzheimer’s disease being the most common. Sadly, it doesn’t end here, this number is expected to reach about 14 million within the next thirty years or so. It’s true there is no cure for Alzheimer’s, however, it’s also true that there are things people can do that can help slow the progression of the disease. Adopting healthy lifestyle measures, including eating a healthy diet and exercising regularly, being chief among them. There may also come a time when caring for a loved one may become challenging for family caregivers (as the disease progresses). A reputable North Phoenix assisted living facility, such as the acclaimed Anthem Seniors, might work best for the special person in your life. Memory care facilities are ideal for people with Alzheimer’s and Dementia. Your loved one would live in comfort with premium safety features, surrounded by their peers and nurturing staff members. Plus, a daily cal...

Dementia is a progressive disease that slowly robs people of their abilities. The fact that it’s very difficult for families to witness their loved one or someone they know slipping away into the grips of Alzheimer’s disease (the most common form of dementia) is indisputable. In fact, for family members, finding ways to protect their loved one’s dignity is one of the biggest struggles presented by Alzheimer’s disease. With the progression of the disease, the senior loses the ability to care for themselves. They may not even realize they need a shower or their hair is unkempt. As the disease advances and memory and communication skills become impaired, protecting an adult with Alzheimer’s becomes more difficult for families. There are steps a family member (spouses, adult children, and grandchildren) can take to help their older adult maintain his or her dignity and quality of life. Here are a few ways you can help your senior loved one with Alzheimer’s preserve their dignity: Do not...

  Dementia care requires caregivers to have a deep commitment to empathy and compassion, and an immense amount of patience. Not to mention, excellent dementia care requires taking caregiving approaches that are uniquely tailored to people who have dementia. Alzheimer’s is the most common form of dementia, which is a brain disease with symptoms including memory loss, personality changes, impaired reasoning, and extreme mood swings. Caring for someone with dementia poses many challenges. As the disease progresses, it becomes more and more difficult for individuals to remember things, think clearly, communicate with others, and take care of themselves. This blog offers some practical strategies for dealing with the troubling behavior problems and communication difficulties often encountered when caring for a person afflicted with dementia. These approaches to dementia care below by the award-winning Anthem Senior Living in Phoenix demonstrate how to provide high-quality care to so...

Taking care of someone suffering from Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia is a challenging proposition. Your older adult may be withdrawn and it can be difficult to find an activity or experience to engage with them. Today, many caregivers are incorporating activities based on the Montessori Method. The Montessori Method was developed in the early 20th century and is well-known for being used to successfully engage children, but this approach has also gained immense popularity with caregivers of parents and senior loved ones with dementia. The Montessori Method places an emphasis on engaging the senses of hearing, seeing, touching, smelling and tasting in an attempt to help seniors with the disease find ways to reconnect with the world. The method can reduce anxiety for people with dementia by providing them with engaging activities (activities are simple, modifiable, and practical), giving them the strength to cope with everyday life. The Montessori approach stresses giving ol...

Exercise is a vital element of healthful lifestyle; it helps reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease and diabetes, strengthens the bones and muscles, and helps reduce stress. It also appears that exercise benefits the brain. In recent years, a growing body of evidence suggests that regular physical activity can be beneficial for those living with the Alzheimer’s disease, potentially slowing or reversing the progression of symptoms (in people who already have toxic buildups of beta-amyloid protein). According to studies, people who are physically active are less likely to experience a decline in their mental function, and possibly have improved thinking among people with vascular cognitive impairment. Alzheimer’s is a chronic progressive disease, and its treatment goes beyond well just medications to preserve cognitive function and the quality of life. Reality orientation training, caregiver support, and other non-drug interventions can be highly beneficial for those living wi...

Things tend to get weaker with age, and the immune system- your body’s defense system- is no exception. For older adults, having a strong immune system is important as they tend to get sick easier and take longer to recover from illnesses. No matter how old you are, there are steps people can take throughout their lives to keep their immune system going strong as they age with the most important step being leading a healthy lifestyle from eating right to exercising regularly to sleeping well, which can reap immense benefits for the immune system. Doctors are still trying to figure out exactly how and why the immunity decreases with age, what researchers do know is that most older adults are more likely to get sick, don’t respond as well to vaccines, and recover from injuries, infection, and illnesses more slowly. However, there’s no fixed age when immunity decreases, it varies for every individual. It highlights the importance of visiting your doctor regularly and get medical ...