Senior Citizen's Guide
Diabetes in older adults: what you should know to prevent complications
Type 2 diabetes has become a growing challenge for millions of people, especially in older adulthood. Although it is a serious disease, it can be prevented and controlled with proper habits. Here we tell you what causes it, how to recognize its warning signs, and what simple actions can make a difference in your health […]
Osteoporosis: The silent enemy of bones. A physical therapy approach.
Osteoporosis is a “global epidemic” that affects more than 200 million people worldwide. It is estimated that 1 in 3 women and 1 in 5 men over 50 may suffer fractures as a result. What is osteoporosis? Osteoporosis is a disease that weakens bones, reducing their density and altering their structure. This makes them more […]
The impact of family support on the life of institutionalized seniors
Family support in institutional settings refers to the active, emotional, and physical presence of family members in the daily lives of institutionalized older adults. This bond is essential to preserve the identity, sense of belonging, self-esteem, and emotional well-being of the senior. Causes Institutionalization is often the result of multiple factors: physical or cognitive decline, […]
Alzheimer’s Disease: a Comprehensive Look at its Causes and Lifestyle Recommendations
Alzheimer’s disease (AD) is a progressive neurodegenerative condition (1), with complex pathogenesis, sometimes hereditary, characterized by loss of neurons, synapses, the presence of senile plaques and neurofibrillary degeneration (2). It is the leading cause of dementia among older adults, accounting for more than 60% of dementia cases in adults aged 65 years or older (1), […]
Listening to Care: the Importance of Communication in Old Age
When a senior speaks to you, they often aren’t looking for an answer, but to feel present in your life. They may share a memory they’ve already told before, but they do so because that memory comforts them and gives meaning to their present. Communication in old age is not just an exchange of words: […]
