For most people, their health begins to decline with age. As you grow older, you may find that it’s harder to perform even basic tasks such as walking around and putting on clothes. In extreme cases, you may even find yourself confined to a bed. This is because your centre of balance tends to weaken …
Category: The Smart Senior
3 of the Best Blood Pressure Monitors You Can Buy For Under $100
Many people think that blood pressure monitors are expensive and only used by hospitals and clinics. That isn’t the case in reality. In fact, blood pressure monitors can be easily purchased at pharmacies and stores. There are also many choices that you can buy online, with prices that vary greatly. Here is are three blood …
Getting Started With Urban Farming
Is your home a little plain? Not lively enough? Or maybe just too drab and boring? Well, maybe it’s time for you to get some plants for your home. You can purchase a couple of houseplants to liven up the place, but why stop there? How about doing a little bit of farming, in your …
9 Iconic Places in Singapore That No Longer Exist
Singapore has changed much since its founding and even before. As every Singaporean knows, the country grew from a simple trading port to a hub of international business. Its population has also grown significantly, and like any other city, old and obsolete buildings must be demolished to make way for modern properties. Out with the …
7 Gadgets for seniors to stay active at home
If you’re retired, you may find that you’ve got nothing to do but just sit around at home all day. Boredom may begin to set in after a while, and you may start craving something to do. We’ve written a list of things you can do to occupy yourself, but how about finding the time …
7 Affordable Items To Help Seniors Stay Cool in Scorching Weather
Everyone in Singapore knows that it’s hot. Being so close to the equator, the sun is at one of its fiercest here, and you may feel its scorching heat during the day, and even during the night on a particularly hot day. Here are some affordable items to keep you cool during hot weather. 1. …
9 Kitchen Aids For Senior Independence
If you’ve got arthritis, carpal tunnel, or Parkinson’s, working in the kitchen may be difficult, if not outright dangerous due to all the sharp utensils there. Here are some affordable aids you can use to prevent any injuries, and allow you greater independence. 1. Cut Resistant Gloves When holding a knife, you’re especially prone to …