Have you ever felt isolated and indifferent towards things and activities that you once enjoyed? Do you feel a perpetual sense of gloom and hopelessness about your life? Are you experiencing difficulty sleeping or waking up too late or too early? If your answer is yes to all of the above, chances are high that you could be exhibiting symptoms of depression.

Depression can happen to anyone, young or old. However, senior members of the community are prone to developing depression and it is a major concern. The reason for this occurrence is often due to significant life changes.

This may include health problems, dealing with grief and loss, fear of reduced mobility and cognitive function, and a reduced sense of purpose in life. These situations can exacerbate feelings of helplessness and may lead to depression. Continue reading →

“When you gotta go, you gotta go!” Leila

Urinary incontinence occurs when the muscles within and surrounding the bladder do not function normally. As a result, urine leaks and this is the condition we know as urinary incontinence. Urinary incontinence does not just affect women. It also affects men.

If you Google the stats as to how many people are affected in your country, you may be shocked! You may find that one in four, or even one in three people suffer from being incontinent.

For seniors, it is a serious concern if they are not close to a bathroom. After all, they can’t run to the bathroom as quickly as they once did, and accidents would be extremely embarrassing. Continue reading →