Senior Health
This Tactic to Improve Emotional Health in Seniors May Surprise You!
Try this one effective strategy to boost emotional health in seniors and see the difference it can make!
When caring for an older adult, it’s natural to focus on physical health: blood pressure, medications, diet, and mobility. But what about the unseen risks? Emotional health in seniors plays just as critical a role in overall well-being. Loneliness, stress, and depression can all silently chip away at health, making recovery slower and daily life more difficult.
Is It Anxiety, Depression, or PTSD in a Senior Loved One? Here’s How to Tell.
It’s important to recognize the signs of PTSD in a senior loved one and know where to turn for help.
A sudden crack of fireworks booms overhead, and the person next to you stiffens. A song drifts through the room, and you notice a shift in their expression. For someone who has lived through trauma, everyday sights, sounds, and smells can be powerful reminders of painful experiences. What might appear to be nerves, stress, or even age-related changes can actually be something much more complex: PTSD in a senior loved one.
How to Conquer the Fear of Falling in Older Adults
Don’t let the fear of falling in older adults hold back someone you love from living life to the fullest!
Aging brings wisdom, perspective, and cherished memories—but it can also bring new worries. One of the most common concerns is the fear of falling in older adults. While understandable, this fear can quietly steal independence, limit activity, and lead to feelings of isolation. In fact, many people avoid walking outdoors, exercising, or even socializing because they worry about losing their balance.
Connection is Prevention!
Connection is Prevention!
Join us on Sept. 18th for a super and FREE event! The Sonoma Co. Behavioral Health department presents a half-day conference focused on senior wellness and mental health. Join a wealth of community partners for FREE Continental Breakfast & Lunch, with several speakers, sessions, vendors, prizes & more!
September 18, 2025, 9:30am – 2:15 pm
1455 Corporate Center Parkway
Santa Rosa, CA
Registration required by Sept. 10.
Contact Denise Johnson: 707-525-0143×119
or DJohnson@CouncilonAging.com
See you there!
When Is 24-Hour Care for Dementia the Right Choice?
Knowing when to seek 24-hour care for dementia can make a world of difference in safety, health, and peace of mind.
Dementia doesn’t follow a neat timeline. Some days feel manageable. Others feel overwhelming. As the condition progresses, changes in behavior, cognition, and physical health can leave you wondering if the current level of support is enough. Understanding when 24-hour care for dementia becomes necessary can help you make informed decisions that protect not only the safety and health of the person you love, but your own well-being as a caregiver.
Brush Up on the Benefits of Art for Seniors
From painting to poetry, the benefits of art for seniors include memory support, emotional healing, self-confidence, and more.
It might start with a paintbrush, a lump of clay, or a blank sheet of paper. But what happens next can be truly transformative. For older adults, engaging in creative expression is good for the brain, the heart, and the soul.
Noticing Shifts in Senior Sleep Patterns? Here’s What’s Normal – and What’s Not.
Senior sleep patterns normally shift in aging, but there are some exceptions you’ll need to be aware of.
Ever wonder why Dad falls asleep in the recliner before dinner, then wakes up at 3 a.m. ready to reorganize the garage? Or why Mom suddenly insists on a 7 p.m. bedtime but still wakes up groggy?
Exercise Tips for Older Adults You’ll Actually Want to Try
These exercise tips for older adults are fun, doable and perfect for boosting health and connection.
It doesn’t take a major life event to spark a desire for change. Sometimes it’s the little things: a restless night, feeling sluggish, or hearing a loved one say, “I just don’t feel like myself lately.” If that sounds familiar, the solution may be simpler than expected. These exercise tips for older adults offer small, realistic ways to get moving again, and feel better in body, mind, and mood.
When to Use Dementia Reality Orientation and When to Let It Go
Dementia reality orientation can help or hurt, depending on how and when it’s used.
Did you ever wake up in the middle of a dream and wonder, just for a second, if what you were dreaming was real? That groggy, surreal confusion can feel unsettling, until your brain catches up and you remember where you are. For someone with dementia, that moment of uncertainty doesn’t always pass. Confusion about time, place, and identity can linger, shaping their entire day.
How Dementia-Friendly Signs Help Bring the Familiar Back Home
Try these dementia-friendly signs to help someone you love minimize confusion at home.
If you’ve ever walked into a room and forgotten why you’re there, you’ve had a small taste of what living with dementia can feel like. Now imagine that same confusion magnified, only it’s constant, and it’s happening inside your own home. Suddenly, the most familiar place in the world becomes full of uncertainty. One helpful solution is dementia-friendly signs to help transform a frustrating maze into a space that feels safe, supportive, and familiar again.
