Posts by Avila

As we age, our skin loses the firmness, clarity, elasticity and resiliency it had in our youth. While much of these changes are inevitable, there are steps seniors can take to help mitigate the effect the aging process has on their skin. Here, the elder care providers at Avila Home Care discuss some of the…

A recent clinical trial supported by the National Health Institute (NIH) found that the daily low-dose use of the common anti-inflammatory drug, aspirin, did not prolong healthy and independent living—specifically, a life free of dementia or persistent physical disability. These findings, collected in a clinical trial from ASPirin in Reducing Events in the Elderly (ASPREE),…

While some minor changes to vision are a normal part of the aging process, more serious issues may be one of many eye conditions that are commonly diagnosed in elderly patients. Here, the home care professionals at Avila Home Care provide information on a few of the most common conditions. Presbyopia This is a common…

As we age, life’s stressors can take a toll on our immune system. Therefore, it is important to take all of the necessary steps in order to boost the body’s ability to fight off infection and sickness. Here, the aging-in-place experts at Avila Home Care clarify four essential ways that senior citizens can boost their…

The companionship and affection a pet offers is beneficial for people of all ages, but seniors can especially benefit from caring for a pet. Here at Avila, we prioritize your personal well-being, which is why we have outlined the benefits to seniors of becoming a pet owner.  Caring for a pet can provide seniors a…

As we age, it is not uncommon for our sleep habits to change; however, a decline in quality of sleep does not have to be accepted as a part of growing older. Here, the elder care providers at Avila Home Care discuss what senior citizens should know about sleep and proper sleeping practices. Both Quality…

Colorectal cancers are the second-leading cause of cancer deaths, but a new focus on colon cancer screenings in those over the age of 50 has helped to identify and treat this type of cancer more quickly and effectively. Unfortunately, there is a common misconception that seniors citizens over the age of 75 should not be…