The advantages of respite care after surgery are the mixing of compassionate care that helps seniors with activities of daily living, accompanied by a lifestyle filled with interactive events, wellness enrichment, and outdoor activities that may help seniors to live full, productive senior years. Assistance With Daily Activities of Living Your aged parent may constantly…
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While it’s normal that we become more forgetful as we age, memory loss that disrupts daily life is not a normal part of aging. Alzheimer’s disease is the most common cause of dementia with more than 6 million people living with Alzheimer’s in the USA. It’s been reported that early diagnosis has resulted in better…
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When left untreated, UTIs in the elderly may cause severe issues, like permanent kidney damage or sepsis — an acute and possible lethal infection. Typical Symptoms of UTI Urine that looks dark or cloudy Bloody urine Acrid or pungent urine Urgent or regular compulsion to urinate Burning or pain over urination Sensations of tightness from…
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If you and an aging loved one are living in a region where extreme weather is common, you need to ensure that measures for extreme weather safety are put in place at home. Winters dipping down into the single digits and summers that have intense humidity and heat are all considered extreme weather conditions. Here…
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While some people may like the idea of moving to a new residence, most would just as soon do without it. It’s a hassle, to say the least. However, an entirely unique set of challenges is presented if the move is to a memory care community and it involves your loved one. First and foremost…
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As you grow old, you may require personal care services. If performing basic tasks in your daily routine is increasingly difficult, personal care may be suitable for you. This living option helps older adults who require assistance with activities of daily living like grooming, showering, and continence management. Many retirement communities offer this living option…
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We are now living longer than ever before. To ensure that you have enough to serve your retirement needs, have you considered getting life insurance for seniors? You may think that your nest egg has sufficient to take you through your retirement years. However, there may be unforeseen circumstances you have not prepared for. This…
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In the U.S., pneumonia in seniors is often caused by bacteria or a virus, like SARS-CoV-2, the virus responsible for COVID-19. The influenza virus is the most common cause of infectious pneumonia in adults. Tips For Pneumonia Prevention There are many different methods of protecting mature elders from this form of life-threatening infection. Get Vaccinated…
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The food we eat fuels our bodies and will have various effects on our quality of life. As we advance in age, we might start to notice that different types of food can affect how we feel. Some foods provide us with the energy we need to last whole day, whilst others may leave us…
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Also referred to as MCI, mild cognitive impairment is a condition that causes thinking problems or memory issues in people, but which is not particularly related to age. Compared to Alzheimer’s related dementia (or Alzheimer’s itself), MCI symptoms are not as severe. For the most part, MCI affected individuals can carry out normal daily activities…
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