Technology has been a seismic revelation that is embraced by all in the 21st century. More recently, there has been an exponential growth in the number of seniors embracing modern technology. Hence, many technology manufacturers are now developing devices to cater to the needs of this demographic group. However, there remains a significant number of…
Most of us work expecting to retire one day. However, it can be difficult to gauge how much money we need to retire comfortably. This is a problem as a growing number of people are retiring with too little savings. A study found that 21% of Americans do not have retirement savings. To prevent this…
You have toiled your whole life for this, but now that you are in retirement, what are you going to spend your time doing? Here are a few pointers to get you started in your new life as a retiree. If you have been accustomed to a hectic work life, deciding on the things to do with…
Easter is a beloved Christian festival that celebrates the resurrection of Jesus Christ. Every year, it is widely celebrated by many around the world. It is a holiday where families gather and partake in traditional Easter activities to commemorate the significance of the festival or simply to spend time with one another. Here are the…
Activities of Daily Living are essential personal care tasks that an individual is conditioned and has learned from a young age to perform. They are vital for sustaining life and basic functioning and should ideally be done daily without any supervision and assistance from an external party. Unfortunately, our physical and cognitive functions naturally decline…
Saint Patrick is the patron saint of Ireland. Initially, St. Patrick’s Day was meant to honor his death. However, it has become a celebration of everything Irish that comes complete with dancing, traditions, and lots of green! If your grandkids are coming over for a visit and you find yourself running out of ideas to…
Developed by the pioneering American physician Sidney Katz and his partner Benjamin Rose, the Activities of Daily Living index details all the common and basic tasks people perform every day to lead an independent life. The index includes three different categories, which are termed Activities of Daily Living (Personal Care), Instrumental Activities of Daily Living…
Connection is something that everyone internally desires, and the fulfillment or lack thereof could impact one’s physical and mental wellbeing. Being socially connected can help with increasing life expectancy, happiness levels and improve overall health. Studies have also shown a positive relationship between social connections and the well-being of mature adults. As we age, it…
Many opportunities arise once one retires. You no longer have to worry about work and you get to take the break you righteously deserve. You finally have the time and money to travel too. Going for vacations is on the bucket list for most retirees, and some even go backpacking around the world. While retirement…