Written by Stannah on 19th June 2017
While much of the discussion around fall prevention focuses in avoiding obstacles, it is important to look at footwear and analyse how they can increase the risk of falling, especially important among seniors. As a child, we often desired shoes with bright colours and bold designs. A new pair of shoes may have made us […]
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Written by Stannah on 12th June 2017
As the world’s population is getting older, Aging and Technology are pressing themes, and since technological devices are advancing faster than many of us could have ever imagined. Self-driving cars and virtual reality headsets have adapted from science-fiction to reality right in front of our eyes. These rapid changes may intimidate some seniors, as new […]
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Written by Stannah on 8th May 2017
Bathing is a habitual part of our life that we tend to take for granted, completely disregarding bathroom safety. However, whether it happened while you were late for work, or maybe rushing to make a dinner reservation, many of us have shared a similar experience. We’ve stepped into or out of shower too quickly suddenly […]
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Written by Stannah on 18th April 2017
Once you have retired, it is very easy to slip into a sedentary life, but the health benefits of walking and staying active are clear, both physically and mentally. Studies have shown that the elderly can reduce their risk of illness and boost their independence by 41% by taking part in regular walking exercise. Something […]
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Written by Stannah on 10th April 2017
Discovering an elderly loved one has been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s, or another form of Dementia, can be a difficult concept to comprehend. The families of more than 400,000 Australians currently find themselves in this situation according to the Alzheimer’s Australia. Additionally, they estimate more that by 2025, the costs related to dementia in Australia will […]
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Written by Stannah on 3rd April 2017
According to research in The ‘pet effect’, caring for a pet has a wide range of physical, psychological and social health benefits, which can be extremely important to promote in the elderly as these areas deteriorate. Makin Tracks recently published an article highlighting some of the main reasons why a pet is vital in the […]
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Written by Stannah on 6th March 2017
While there is no precise age that a person’s ability to drive is compromised, the fact of the matter is that age can have an effect on our driving abilities. There are seniors in their 80s who are able to drive actively and safely, while others in their 50s pose danger to others each time […]
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Written by Stannah on 20th February 2017
As we age, it is not uncommon to notice that our memory function may seem to decrease. Memory lapses, like the inability to recall a name or missing a doctor’s appointment, can occur at any age. However, elderly people tend to become more upset by them due to fear that they are a sign of […]
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