Senior Living News

Navigating Digestive Changes in Older Age: Tips for Comfort

Digestive health matters in how you feel, function and enjoy your daily life, especially as you age. Unfortunately, many seniors start noticing that familiar foods no longer sit as well as they once did, meals feel heavier and bathroom routines shift. These changes often cause frustration while impacting your overall well-being. The good news? With a bit of knowledge that helps you make smarter decisions, older adults and their caregivers can make adjustments to restore comfort and support healthy digestion. Let's examine the effects on the digestive system as we age and explore ways to alleviate common symptoms, such as bloating, heartburn and constipation, whether you're living at home or in an assisted living community like Bethesda Gardens Fort Worth.

What Is Fatty Liver Disease, and How Can You Reduce Your Risks?

Your liver works hard daily to keep your body balanced, filtering toxins, aiding digestion and storing energy. But as you age, a silent threat can creep up unnoticed: fatty liver disease. This condition affects nearly one-third of nonalcoholic adults in the United States, causing serious health problems when left untreated. Fortunately, senior citizens who understand fatty liver disease can learn to manage or avoid it altogether by taking proactive steps that keep their bodies functioning at their best.

Gentle Exercise You Can Do While Watching Your Favorite Shows

At Bethesda Gardens Fort Worth, we understand how staying physically active is essential for seniors' health and well-being. However, finding the motivation to exercise is sometimes challenging. That's why we created this guide of simple exercises you can do while enjoying your favorite television programs and without the need for making changes in your home. These gentle movements can help improve strength, flexibility and circulation without interrupting your entertainment time.

What Is Neuropathy and How Can the Right Footwear Help?

Around 8% of older adults have peripheral neuropathy, a condition that can cause pain and limit mobility. While there's no cure for peripheral neuropathy, the right treatment plan can ease symptoms, and choosing the right footwear is often one of the lifestyle changes health care providers recommend for managing the condition. To explain why, our team here at Bethesda Gardens Fort Worth senior living community in Fort Worth, Texas, created this guide.

Creative Crochet in Retirement: Ideas for Putting Your Hook to Good Use

Crochet is a great hobby for people of all ages. Once you get a couple of stitches down, it can be a relaxing way to while away a few hours, and thinking out patterns and the implications of increasing or decreasing puts your brain to work. Many people enjoy crocheting while listening to audiobooks, watching favorite movies or conversing with others, making this a dynamic hobby that fits easily into your life.

What Is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy: A Brief Guide for Seniors

According to data published by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, approximately 12.5% of older adults may deal with mental health conditions — and close to 2% deal with serious mental illnesses. Only around half of older adults with mental health conditions receive treatment, with female individuals slightly more likely to seek and go through treatment than males.

Common Home Modifications for Older Adults

As we age, many of us experience changes in cognition, vision and mobility. While these changes can affect how we navigate our homes, a few smart modifications can help preserve independence and safety. For example, residents at Bethesda Gardens Fort Worth benefit from open floor plans with uncluttered walkways, grab bars and ample lighting. These simple modifications reduce the risk of falls and injuries and can help residents stay active throughout retirement.