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A senior woman follows elderly nutrition tips as she eats a healthy dinner.

Simple Elderly Nutrition Tips to Encourage Healthy Eating at Any Age

For some seniors, mealtimes stop being enjoyable and start feeling like a burden. Whether due to medical side effects, emotional shifts, or difficulty preparing food, appetite loss is a common but serious concern. The right strategies and elderly nutrition tips can make a big difference in bringing meals back into the rhythm of the day. […]

A senior man who has experienced pica in dementia struggles to understand how to overcome it.

Understanding Pica in Dementia: Why It Happens and How to Help

Caring for a loved one with dementia often brings unexpected behaviors that can be difficult to understand. You may have seen them trying to eat things that aren’t food, like a napkin or small objects. Such behaviors, known as pica, can be alarming and confusing, but it’s actually a more common issue than most people […]

An older woman celebrates after an outdoor workout, because daily exercise is one of the SMART goals for seniors she committed to this year.

SMART Goals for Seniors: A Step-by-Step Approach to Success

We often think of setting goals as an activity reserved for younger years— setting career milestones, saving for a house, or training for a marathon. But setting goals shouldn’t be limited by age. In fact, it can be an excellent motivator for older adults, promoting a renewed sense of purpose and direction. I’ve seen firsthand […]

A senior woman takes a serving of salad as she practices healthy eating, managing senior hypertension during the holidays.

Keeping Holiday Cheer Without the Stress: Tips for Managing Senior Hypertension

It’s here! The holiday season is in full swing, full of laughter, decorations, and of course, family get-togethers. But let’s be real: it can also be full of tempting treats, stressful moments, and a hectic pace that leaves everyone a little frazzled. If you’re a caregiver for an older loved one, you understand how quickly […]

A woman prepares a meal for her elderly father as she helps him overcome senior nutrition challenges.

Overcoming Senior Nutrition Challenges: A Family’s Guide

With the holidays nearing, you may be thinking about family gatherings and festive meals centered around favorite foods and traditions. But what about the other parts of the year? Are your family members – particularly elderly loved ones – getting proper nutrition on a daily basis? While holiday meals might be an exception, many older […]