Caring for dementia patients often involves making challenging decisions. One is how to take a pet away from a dementia patient. While having a pet can benefit a dementia patient, sometimes it becomes difficult to care for it. Besides the snuggles, playing fetch, and exciting walks at the park, keeping a pet may not be…
Are you looking forward to making your golden years brighter by getting a dog? A golden retriever can add a golden lining to your golden years! You might be feeling sceptical about choosing a golden retriever. It could be because you heard seniors cannot keep up with a medium-large-sized breed. Or someone advised you that…
Age is indeed just a number, but when it comes to pets, one may wonder: should an 80-year-old get a dog? The consideration of owning a dog at this stage of life brings forth many factors to contemplate, encompassing not only the joys of companionship but also the responsibilities and potential challenges of owning a…
Picture this: you blew out your 74th birthday candle and felt it in your gut that you needed to get a puppy. However, after telling your daughter about it, she blurts out that you are too old to get one. Adding a four-legged furry friend may seem like an unconventional journey to some. In all…
Age is often measured in memories made, experiences cherished, and the heart’s capacity to embrace new adventures. But introducing a furry friend to your life can be daunting once you clock 70. In the considerations that shape this decision, age is but one note. There is also the issue of health, lifestyle, and the enduring…
For many, the question arises: should live after 60 be marked by a new adventure in homeownership or the comfort of familiar rental quarters? While buying a home is a decision fraught with both dreams of stability and worries of financial risk at any age, the stakes seem higher and the considerations more nuanced when…
Dementia has no limits on what it takes. It takes away cognitive ability physical wellness, and takes also from relationships. One of the sensitive areas affected by dementia is finances. If your loved one has dementia, they may exhibit unusual money problems, such as falling for financial scams online or having an obsession with money….
Among the vulnerable groups in society, older adults remain a critical concern. Particularly, those without family or money can face a mountain of challenges, causing problems with their well-being. For seniors who find themselves without the support of family or the financial means to navigate the challenges of aging, the journey can be fraught with…
As our loved ones age, it’s only natural for roles and responsibilities to shift. We find ourselves increasingly looking after the well-being of those who once cared for us – our elderly parents. While this transition can be advantageous, it often comes with the realization that some elderly parents may face financial challenges, with signs…
Divorce, a word often associated with the tumultuous changes of earlier life stages, is increasingly making its presence felt among couples who have spent decades together. The concept of divorce after 70 years old might seem surprising or unconventional, but it is a significant life event with unique challenges and consequences. Divorce can be so…