Anyone who has cared for a loved one that suffers with dementia knows the challenges that occur when trying to connect with them in positive ways. The difficulty lies in the lack of stimulating the minds and emotions of those who have dementia. They are frequently ...
Read MoreManaging and navigating the healthcare system can be daunting enough for an adult, but for an aging adult, it can be a tremendous task. Couple this with the fact that they often can’t hear well, can’t see well, don’t always have all their faculties, and with the ...
Read MoreImagine you're in the hospital. The doctor mentions the hospital's animal assisted therapy program and asks if you're interested. You say yes, and your doctor arranges for someone to tell you more about the program. Soon after that, a therapy dog and it's handler ...
Read More7 Signs of Anemia in Older Adults
Anemia is a condition is which our blood doesn't contain enough healthy red blood cells. This leads to our organs getting reduced amounts of oxygen. If left untreated, anemia can cause many health problems such as severe fatigue, heart problems and even death. ...
Read MoreCare Managers are funny creatures, we truly are. From the moment we meet you or your loved one, we are assessing the current situation. We have been taught to do this, so it comes natural to us. One thing we can’t assess, though, is how situations will turn out when we ...
Read More5 Mobile Apps for Seniors
Technology is now part of almost every aspect of our lives. From the alarm that wakes us up in the morning, to the television we watch in the evening, we rely on electronic devices to do so much for us.
Read MoreEstate Planning Basics For Seniors
Senior citizens may not always realize the importance of estate planning. You may just assume that your children will inherit everything you have, but there is more to know!
Read MoreHow many of you have been to the doctor or discharged from the hospital with the recommendation to follow a heart healthy diet? You are not alone! Heart disease affects millions of people in the United States alone, and is the leading cause of death in seniors.
Read MoreOlder adults have an overall susceptibility to infections due to a weakening immune system as they age. They are particularly susceptible to urinary tract infections. Urinary Tract Infections can not only be uncomfortable for the client, but also daunting to the ...
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