Closeup of a woman turning the knob on a portable oil filled heater

Looking for heating appliances can be rather exhausting when there are so many different types of gadgets to pick from! Oil heaters are an unexpectedly good option when it comes to selecting a heating appliance to keep you warm. With oil being such a contentious topic, it’s almost comical how practical oil heaters are as

Overbed tables may be more of a necessity than a luxury for seniors who spend much time in bed. Aging can come with various health issues that might cause an individual to be restricted to their bed. Some health issues include arthritis, knee pain, stroke, dementia, Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s disease, or surgery. It’s easier to enjoy

older woman happily watching tv

Hearing loss is a common health concern for seniors. Seniors with hearing loss are more prone to developing dementia than adults with normal hearing. Additionally, hearing loss can make it difficult for seniors to enjoy their routine activities, like watching TV, making calls, or hearing music. It might make them agitated and depressed. Here is

Elderly mnan holding a flip phone

It’s easy to get lost in the specifics when comparing mobile phones for seniors. The decision will be based on their needs: would they want a more complicated smartphone, a simple flip phone, or a phone with standard technology in the middle? Basic flip phones are the most user-friendly mobile phones for the elderly. Large

senior woman sneezing into a tissue

Imagine you’re spending a day outside with your grandkids at the park. They’re having a lot of fun, and you’re getting to take pictures of the precious memories they’re making. All of a sudden, your nose starts running and becomes all stuffy. It can be very frustrating to feel congested, and if you’re feeling bad

manicured feet

An ingrown nail is a common ailment that usually affects the big toe and occurs when the nail plate grows into the delicate skin around the nail folds. You’ll need to examine yours closely to see how bad it is. You can usually deal with a slightly ingrown nail at home but you’ll need the

overhead view of senior woman sleeping in bed

Many factors cause urinary incontinence, or the inability to control one’s bladder, which is common among the elderly, resulting from diabetes, certain drugs, menopause, or an enlarged prostate. According to the National Association for Continence, more than 25 million individuals in the United States have bladder leakage daily. Incontinence is a source of shame for

Close up shot of a young nurse helping disabled senior man with standing using walker

The capacity to stand from a chair without assistance is a crucial aspect of determining freedom for the elderly and people with physical impairments. Pain, limited joint mobility, stiffness, and muscle weakness are all common factors that impair one’s strength to stand. Sit-to-stand posture is even decreased in people with rheumatoid arthritis of the hands