Know the Warning Signs of Heat Exhaustion in the Elderly
Throughout the long, cold winter, we enthusiastically looked forward to the heat of summer. What a relief to finally throw open the windows and let the warm breezes blow through the house! Yet now that we are in the midst of the dog days of summer, it is critical to take precautions and know the […]
Understanding the Warning Signs of Parkinson’s Disease
Though nearly one million individuals are living with Parkinson’s disease within the United States alone, the condition was perhaps first brought to the spotlight by the diagnosis of Michael J. Fox. Since then, his foundation has funded advancements in research and awareness that were previously unparalleled, providing us with hope for a future cure. In […]
Learn About Care Options for the Elderly with an In-Home Care Consultation
You’ve just finished speaking with Mom on the phone, and have a feeling that something is not quite right. Even though it was a nice chat, her memory lapses were alarming. She assured you that she’s absolutely fine – that she’s eating very well (although she couldn’t remember what she had for dinner), taking her […]
Joint Stiffness from Osteoarthritis Increases Fall Risk for Older Adults
The statistics related to senior falls are astonishing. Falls are the leading cause for injury in seniors, and lead to hundreds of thousands of hip fractures every year, together with numerous other injuries experienced. As common as falls in the elderly are, the risk is more than doubled for anyone with osteoarthritis, as reported by […]
Top Ways to Fight Extreme Fatigue in Older Adults
Springing our clocks forward left a lot of us feeling sluggish from losing that extra hour of sleep. But before too long, our bodies have adjusted to the time change and life goes on. Imagine, however, feeling exhausted and lethargic the majority of the time, no matter how much you sleep. Extreme fatigue in older […]
Home Health Solutions Can Help Seniors Successfully Age in Place
It was not long ago when there was a broad presumption that as we grew older, we’d naturally need to move into a nursing home or assisted living facility. There is now a better understanding that living at home for the duration of aging with in-home assistance can be a realistic option. There is also […]
Balancing Act: Caring for Children and Aging Parents
If your days are full of managing a home, parenting, working, taking care of elderly parents, and attempting to squeeze in time for yourself while nurturing other relationships, welcome to the sandwich generation! Comprised of those ages 35 – 54 who are “sandwiched” between caring for children and aging parents, it will not come as […]
Increase Cognitive Function for Seniors With These Tips
Forgetfulness. Confusion. Disorientation. These along with other impacts of cognitive decline make life challenging for seniors and those who care for them, and may derive from: Genetics Health conditions such as cardiovascular disease, diabetes, stroke, Alzheimer’s disease, as well as others Brain injury Medication side effects Poor lifestyle choices And more Yet it’s important to […]
Living With Chronic Kidney Disease: Foods for Healthy Kidney Function
While chronic kidney disease (CKD) affects roughly 11% of adult Americans, for the elderly, the frequency rate jumps to nearly 40%. If an older adult in your life struggles with CKD, following the physician’s recommended dietary plan is crucial. The goal is to make certain that levels of electrolytes, minerals, and fluid remain balanced. The […]
Seniors and Mental Health: A Growing Concern
They are called our “golden years” for good reason; getting older brings with it a wealth of positive benefits, including increased wisdom, the freedom to savor life without the responsibilities of a career and young family to raise, and the opportunity to spend more time with family and friends and participating in pursuits we enjoy. […]