The Perfect Mattresses for Seniors

The Nest Bedding Sparrow Signature is a 12'' thick hybrid mattress comprised of foam and coils. It provides improved contouring with strong edge-to-edge support vital for seniors. The greatest plus of this mattress is that it's sold in three firmness models of soft, medium and firm enabling sleepers to choose the comfort level that precisely matches their personal preferences.

The Sparrow has two comfort layers enhancing sleep experience. The first layer is made of 1'' conforming memory foam, which wraps the body giving a cozy feel. The second layer consist of 3'' highly elastic latex-like Energex poly foam providing pressure relieving bounce. This poly foam comes in increasing density level of 10, 20 and 28 ILD for the soft, medium and firm models respectively.

A transition layer of 1'' hardened 30 ILD poly foam, a support layer of 6'' individually encased coils and a base layer of 1'' ultra-hard poly foam lift the body keeping sleepers' spine properly aligned. The lift generated by these three layers also curbs sinkage enabling sleepers easy repositioning even upon lying on the soft model.

Lastly, the Sparrow is equipped to reduce heat retention. Its cover contains phase-change materials, which drive heat away from the mattress. The most sinkable and heat trapping memory foam in the upper comfort layer is infused with gel. This gel prevents the accumulation of hot spots under sleepers' body. The coils facilitate free flow of air in and out of the mattress reducing temperature.

The Diamond Intention Hybrid is a 14’’ high profile foam and coils mattress exhibiting a delicate balance between contouring comfort and sound support. With firmness levels ranging from plush (soft) to medium and firm, it's expertly crafted to suit nearly every sleeper's comfort needs regardless of his or her weight and sleep style.

The mattress’ comfort layer is based on ultra-conforming memory foam alleviating pressure all over the body, especially in sensitive areas, which make this a great mattress for sleepers with hip pain, or lower back and shoulders issues.

The transition layer is made of light, medium or high-density poly foam depending on the firmness level. This poly foam generates lift and reduces the sinkage caused by the memory foam above it.

The support layer consists of pocketed coils, which further curb sinkage. The entire coil system is wrapped by high density poly foam whose aim is to strengthen the perimeter.

The Diamond Intention excels at regulating temperature. Its cover is manufactured from breathable and moisture wicking polyester-based fabric. It also contains fiber to improve breathability giving sleepers a fresh feel. The memory foam in the comfort layer has a convoluted structure which reduces heat retention. The coils, on their part, allow cooler air to penetrate into the mattress augmenting the cooling effect.

The Diamond Intention’s forte is edge support. The hardened poly foam layer around the coil system renders the mattress’ exterior highly stable allowing sleepers to lie away from the center without rolling out of bed, which can be very dangerous in old age.

The Amerisleep AS5 is a plush 14'' all-foam mattress designed for sleepers seeking a soft bed that gently cradles the body. It provides deep pressure relieving contouring, enhanced motion isolation and efficient cooling. There's also a hybrid variant of the mattress, but it offers less contouring compared to the all-foam model, making the latter more suitable for individuals in search of a softer feel.

The AS5 has two comfort layers. The first is comprised of malleable 10 ILD memory foam. The second is made of 2’’ low density poly foam. These two layers slowly respond to the body soothing the muscles and joints alleviating everyday aches and pains, which are more common among older people.

The transition layer is crafted from 2’’dense and responsive 30 ILD poly foam aimed at countering the sinkage generated by the two comfort layers preventing a ‘quicksand effect’. The foam applies Surface Modification Technology creating 5 distinct support zones targeting individual areas in the body enabling sleepers to maintain a healthy position throughout the night. Lastly, a support layer of 7’’ resilient 35 ILD poly foam elevates the body and increases the mattress’ durability.

The AS5 scores high when it comes to motion isolation and is, thus, highly recommended for sleepers whose partner tends to sleep restlessly. The two upper comfort layers absorb most of the energy which comes from sleepers’ movements. The lack of coils ensures there are very few vibrations and little motion transfer.

Despite being highly contouring, the AS5 is among the mattresses with low heat retention. The mattress cover is made of a blend of cotton and polyester. These two materials are breathable and provide excellent moisture wicking. The memory foam in the first comfort layer has an open-cell structure creating pockets through which fresh air can flow into the mattress. The poly foam in the transition layer is convoluted, so it also enables air to get in and cool the mattress.

The Naturepedic Serenade is an 11’’ latex and coils mattress offering a pleasant bounce and robust support. Tailored for eco-minded mattress buyers, it's built entirely from organic and natural materials with no synthetic additives. What is more, the mattress comes in two firmness models of medium and firm, and so it can cater to the comfort needs of both average and heavyweight elderly sleepers.

The Serenade has a comfort layer of 2'' supple latex, which cushions the body providing pressure relieving bounce. The latex in the medium firmness model is of medium density. In the firm model, it's highly dense delivering stronger support preventing sleeper's body from plunging into the mattress. The mattress' support layer consists of 8'' pocketed steel coils, which generate lift increasing sleepers' stability. On top of the coil system and under it, there are transition and bottom layers made of cotton. They isolate the coils from the mattress and protect them.

Both of the Serenade's firmness models enable ease of movement thanks to the elastic and responsive latex in their comfort layer and the buoyant feel given by the 8'' coils. The mattress also performs well in terms of heat retention. Its cover is crafted from cotton, wool and pla fiber. These breathable materials make sure the surface remain dry, especially in humid areas. Two layers of cotton and the coils in between them keep the mattress highly aerated lowering its temperature.