If you feel the time is right for you or your loved one to enter an assisted living facility, Butler has several options for you. Butler's nursing homes emphasize enjoyment, offering residents a variety of activities. Medical care is another...
By 2030, 20 percent of America’s population will be aged 65 or older; in 2004, this same age group made up just 12 percent of the population. Research on dementia or Alzheimer's prevention has increased in anticipation of this demographic...
Patients with Alzheimer's disease are especially prone to the harmful effects of free radicals, which can harm healthy brain cells. You'll hear doctors debate the most effective ways to inhibit free radicals, with some studies suggesting that...
Dementia produces a multitude of stressors on the individual as well as for those who care for them. In a 2010 report from the Family Caregiver Alliance, more than 65% of care services take place in the home environment among family and friends....
Assisted living services in the state of Pennsylvania provide help for senior citizens who have certain conditions that preclude them from living on their own. Several types of assisted living centers are available, depending on the senior's...
Alzheimer's care options are best discussed during the early stages of the disease. Waiting until a medical injury or sudden deterioration occurs forces a family to make hasty decisions that may be later regretted, suggests The Mayo Clinic. Learn...
Move and have fun is the motto of many seniors who thrive in California's North County area. Senior residents who live in Alameda, Albany and Berkeley, and Emeryville, Oakland and Piedmont enjoy near perfect year-round weather ideal for a vibrant...
Despite decades of research, scientists are still unable to accurately predict who will get Alzheimer's disease and how to cure the condition. There are, however, medications and therapies to help treat symptoms and there have been numerous...
If you or a loved one is considering moving into an assisted living community, it's essential that you find a facility that not only meets your needs, but that also provides opportunities for activities and recreation. In the hamlet of Lake...
"Use it or lose it" might seem like a meaningless cliché, but the old adage is true for maintaining brain power. The best thing to do is to keep the brain active, as well as the rest of your body. As the brain ages, it still has the...
Massachusetts has more than 200 assisted-living residences as of 2010. The Massachusetts Assisted Living Facilities Association states that the facilities "serve the fastest growing segment of our population -- people aged 85 years and older."...
The Dementia Education and Training Program suggests that when an individual with Alzheimer's dementia is no longer allowed the privilege to drive a car, community transportation, or the assistance of family of friends, should be employed for...
Alzheimer's disease is a progressive neurological disorder characterized by memory loss and language problems. There is no cure for Alzheimer's disease but a United Kingdom health information website, NetDoctor, notes that drug therapies such as...
Atrophy is when a body part or tissue becomes smaller or degenerates. Cerebral atrophy, for example, affects the brain and involves a loss of nerve cells related to diseases like multiple sclerosis. The most known type of atrophy is muscle...
Determined to be one of the top 10 sunniest cities in the United States, Sacramento, California, the state capital, is a diverse community with much to do and see. This affordable location is the gateway to California's gold country and is the...
The brain controls all body functions and thought processes. It is the most vital organ in the body. Good nutrition and exercise are just as good for the brain as any other organ in the body. Brain exercises serve many functions; they help memory,...
High cholesterol and excess weight are two risk factors for heart disease and other chronic diseases. A healthy, well-balanced diet that includes nutritious foods and stays within your daily calorie needs can help you control your cholesterol,...
Cognition is defined as the product of memory or awareness. Mentally stimulating tasks create more brain cells and connections among cells. Having more brain cells, or cognitive reserves, enables you to withstand the challenges of age, notes a...
Normal aging causes brain functions to change. Over time, healthy individuals experience the decline of some cognitive ability. Small declines in the area of memory, both visual and verbal, may occur along with some short-term memory loss. The...
Hispanics and African-Americans have an elevated risk of developing Alzheimer's, according to a 2010 Alzheimer's Disease Facts and Figures Report. Since 1906, when Alois Alzheimer, a German physician, first described the disease, much has been...
Aromatherapy is one of the fastest growing therapies in the world, according to a study published in a 2002 issue of "Holistic Nursing Practice." Although some may consider the way in which aromatherapy can affect our moods and emotions...
The percentage of seniors living in Arizona will rise from 18 percent of the state's population in 2000 to 26 percent in 2050, states St. Luke's Health Initiatives. Of that growth, two-thirds are projected to dwell in Phoenix-located Maricopa...
Eating a healthy, well-balanced diet and participating in regular physical activity are the two main actions you can take to be your healthiest. If aging is considered to be loss of strength, balance and agility, exercise can help prevent those...
Alzheimer's disease is a degenerative neurological condition that chiefly affects the senior population. This devastating disease results in memory loss, forgetfulness, reduced balance and depression. In addition to medications, the benefits of...
Regular exercise helps prevent a number of diseases and conditions, including dementia and Alzheimer's disease. Once dementia has set in, however, exercise remains important for slowing advance of the disease and improving quality of life....
The brain needs antioxidants to be healthy. Antioxidants can fight the effects of free radicals, which can be destructive to the brain. They can also help the brain work better. Antioxidants are not isolated to exotic types of foods. Instead, they...
Alzheimer's disease affects 5.3 million Americans and is the seventh leading cause of death, according to a 2010 report by the Alzheimer's Association of America. Alzheimer's, a progressive brain disease, adversely affects the memory and ability...
Changing your diet and exercise regimen can lower your cholesterol levels. If you have genetic component that contributes to your high cholesterol, diet and exercise may not be enough to improve levels. Diet and exercise are used as a primary...
A disease that does not arise due infectious process is termed as a non-communicable disease (NCD). Factors such as genetics, lifestyle, drug, alcohol and tobacco abuse, environment and psychological conditions are primarily responsible for NCDs....
