There’s no question that it’s a wonderful honor to care for people we love. Family caregivers encounter a closeness and connection with those in their care that very often far outweighs the difficulties. But there are difficulties, such as a never-ending to-do list to make sure the senior loved one you are providing care for […]
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In Isaac Asimov’s opinion, “The easiest way to solve a problem is to deny it exists.” It’s a frequent idea for many family caregivers when their loved one is diagnosed with a chronic condition, such as dementia. And while this could generate some measure of comfort in trusting that life can go on as it
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Each year since 1999, we have attained an ever-increasing decrease in cancer-related deaths, a reassuring trend that’s poised to carry on as scientists discover more and more about the sources of cancer and are in a position to identify new and better treatment methods. But, cancer continues to be among the leading causes of death in
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Scientists are finally starting to get a grip on the discrepancy between Alzheimer’s diagnoses in females and men. Generally, as many as 2/3 of people with Alzheimer’s in the United States are female, and as scientists continue to better grasp the specific intricacies behind this trend, we are able to begin to target them. As reported by
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It doesn’t matter if you’re looking to tune a guitar, study a new language, or just add cats’ ears to a selfie, there is an app for that! And for older adults who choose to age in place, technology for seniors may be an essential component in maximizing safety, comfort, and overall wellbeing. Take Amazon’s Alexa,
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When it comes to chronic diseases, the elderly are usually the experts, with up to 3 out of 4 older persons affected by several conditions that are chronic, require long-term medical treatment, and create restrictions on a daily basis. Due to the constant barrage of bloodwork along with other lab tests, medications, doctors’ appointments and
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While the ultimate goal is to increase the health and safety for seniors they love, family caregivers, unfortunately, sometimes end up diminishing their own health in the process. An incredible 94% of caregivers in a recently available study conducted by Ohio State University documented musculoskeletal pain in at least one part of their body – and 66%
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The latest recommendations from the Endocrine Society regarding low blood sugar, the elderly and diabetes are surprising, to say the least: lower blood sugar isn’t always best. And for people who’ve been maintaining a routine of finger pricks, insulin injections, and thorough monitoring of food consumed, this alteration may be rather hard to swallow. Known as de-intensification, geriatricians are
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Out of all the struggles related to providing care for a loved one with dementia, the Alzheimer’s Association reveals that the most prevalent challenge is with personal hygiene, for a number of reasons: Decreased sense of vision and smell Comfort present in familiarity (for example, needing to wear the same clothes over and over again) The complexities
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As a family senior care provider, you likely experience a wide range of emotions each day: shared laughter over a joke with your loved one; worry over a health concern; and of course, from time to time, irritations. We would like only the best for the individuals we love, and when an older adult is resistant
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