Family caregivers tend to neglect taking care of themselves because they are so focused on caring for their family members. The health and safety of your loved one is certainly of primary importance. You dedicate time and effort to make sure they are comfortable, healthy, and feel a sense of purpose. While doing all of Read More

Most people understand that women will, on average, live longer than men, but not everybody understands why. A recent study done in Japan points to a few causes that may allow women to experience more longevity than their male counterparts. Slower Immune System Aging As people get older, the immune system tends to weaken and Read More

MEDCottages Now An Option For The Elderly Many people struggle to find the right place for their elderly loved one. They do not have a lot of space in their house, but they do not want to put their loved one in a nursing home. The good news is that there are MEDCottages, which are Read More

Important Study Links Poor Sleep Patterns to Higher Incidences of Strokes Recently, an assistant professor of neurology at the University of Toronto in Canada, conducted autopsy tests on the brains of elderly individuals to learn more about the effects of reduced oxygen to the brain. Dr. Andrew Lim wanted to learn if the poor sleep Read More

A groundbreaking study shows that a person’s mental attitude toward aging may play a significant role in how they perform on hearing and memory tests as they get older. The study, conducted by researchers from the University of Toronto, is the first to analyze the relationship between a person’s views on aging, perceptions of their Read More

Happiness is a word we are all familiar with, but do you really know what it means? Some people define happiness as enjoying the people and surroundings they are familiar with. Others might consider it a goal that they can accomplish by completing a certain task, succeeding in a particular career or earning a certain Read More