Winter weather can be very hard on delicate mature skin. Cold dry weather, wind, harsh sun, and hot dry indoor air with dust or other irritants can cause skin damage that may not be reversible. Seniors have particularly delicate skin, because as they age seniors lose a lot of the elasticity and plumpness that younger…
Thinning hair is something that most seniors deal with at some point. As people get older changes in their hair texture, color, and growth are very common. There are many things that can impact whether or not a senior has thinning hair like: Family history Stress Medications Hormonal imbalance Damage Weather Seniors also can notice…
Does your dad trim and file his nails often enough? Fingernails may be fine, but it’s often harder for older adults to bend over and trim their toenails. Especially without losing their balance or struggling to get back up. Here are the steps you or his personal care at home team can take to help…
You may want to help your elderly mom or dad thrive in their old age, but they may need more help than you had initially expected. You may already have tons of responsibilities, and maybe your senior doesn’t want their children’s help, and that’s totally reasonable on your senior’s behalf. Oral health and overall health…