We have known for a while that there are certain medications that enhance the chance of elderly falls. 20 years ago, just a little more than 50% of older adults were impacted by that risk; however presently, that number has increased dramatically – to a full 94% of seniors who are now in danger of […]
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The cool dampness of fresh soil. The warmth of the sun. The joyous trills of songbirds. Gardening has the capacity to engage each of our senses, and provides many great benefits to seniors. Regardless of ability level or any space restrictions, there is always a way to help older adults experience the joys of planting
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With a great deal of negative news throughout 2020, it is worth noting a few of the remarkable achievements the year brought – in particular the advancements in Alzheimer’s disease research. Katie McDonough, director of programs and services at the Alzheimer’s Association, shares, “There are many things that we’re learning and it’s an exciting time
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There are certain milestones we might experience in our lives that, while not fundamentally negative, are known stressors. Losing a job. Starting a new job. Getting divorced. Getting married. And one that individuals in the home care industry are particularly mindful of: the physical and mental impact on family members who are caring for aging
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It is easy to get caught up in the everyday tasks of caregiving for an older adult you love. There is a great deal to be done, and sometimes it’s just simpler and more efficient to do it all on your own, letting a loved one relax. After all, our elders have taken care of
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Although this season is typically viewed as the season of joy, for some older adults, the holidays are a period of intense unhappiness. Yearning for holidays past, despair over the loss of family and friends, and difficult changes to health can magnify during the holiday season, and it’s imperative to take steps to help senior
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As the weather turns colder and the air becomes less humid, it is smart to consider using humidifiers for COPD sufferers. For seniors with lung conditions such as COPD, maintaining the ideal air quality in the home is extremely important. Air that is too dry, for example, can cause or exacerbate health issues such as:
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You completely forgot about the doctor’s appointment scheduled for last Tuesday, misplaced your keys for the umpteenth time, and cannot recall the name of your new neighbor for the life of you. Is it dementia or normal aging? The worry over developing Alzheimer’s is common, leading to anxieties about our own potential loss of independence
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With many aging parents taking several different prescriptions, and with doctors changing and adding dosages and medications to find out the ideal solutions, it is crucial to understand what to do with medication for elderly loved ones that is no longer needed or that has expired. There are several options: Check labels. The medication’s label
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Being a caregiver for someone with Alzheimer’s disease or another form of dementia requires patience, empathy, and creativity, the capacity to step away from your own reasoning and logic and realize why particular dementia challenges are happening, and then to determine how to effectively manage them. That’s certainly the situation with a family member who
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