A new study in the journal Frontiers in Aging Neuroscience has found that people who have Alzheimer’s and dementia benefit greatly from having regular social interaction. Social interaction can help prevent feelings of isolation and depression. One study even found that senior women who have large social circles reduce their risk of dementia and delay … Read more
Many seniors take vitamin D and calcium supplements in order to help prevent falls and fractures. However, one study on fall and fracture prevention claims that seniors should focus more on exercise as a preventative measure. Supplements are helpful, and you should never stop taking anything without first talking to your doctor, but some experts … Read more
There’s a new type of musical therapy for people with Alzheimer’s and dementia called silent dance. Silent dances, or silent discos, are a type of music enjoyment popular with young people who attend music festivals. At a silent dance gathering, a group of people wear wireless headphones and music is played through everyone’s headphones instead … Read more
