Getting Better Sleep in Later Life

October 25, 20261 min readBy PinGallery

Sleep patterns change with age, but good sleep remains important for health and memory.

Keep a regular schedule, limit long daytime naps, get morning daylight, and avoid caffeine late in the day. Talk to your doctor about snoring or ongoing insomnia.

Pin Tip

Keep the bedroom cool, dark, and quiet.

Talk With Your Doctor

This pin shares general information, not medical advice. Everyone ages differently, so bring questions to your doctor and review medications and health goals at least once a year.

Local Help in Ohio

Ohio’s Area Agencies on Aging connect older adults and caregivers with services such as meals, in home help, transportation, and benefits counseling. Call 911 for emergencies, including sudden face drooping, arm weakness, or speech trouble.

Quick Reminder

Keep an updated list of medications, doctors, and emergency contacts on your refrigerator for family and first responders.

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