Table of Content1 The Impact of Heatwaves on Senior Health2 The Effects of Air Pollution on Respiratory Health3 The Role of Home Care During Natural Disasters4 Addressing Mental Health in a Changing Climate5 The Role of Technology in Adapting Home Care6 Adapting Homes for a Changing Climate7 Community and Policy Responses8 The Future of Home …
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Table of Content1 1. Isolated Seniors Are More Likely to Be Malnourished2 2. Loneliness Is Associated with Alcoholism & Drug Misuse3 3. Isolation Leads to Faster Rates of Cognitive Decline4 4. Lonely Seniors Lose Their Motivation to Maintain Health5 5. Seniors Who Live Alone Are More Likely to Experience Serious Injuries Socialization is one of …
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Table of Content1 Understanding the Unique Needs of Seniors2 Communication: The Cornerstone of Compassionate Care3 Maintaining Dignity and Respect4 Addressing Health and Safety Needs5 The Importance of 24-Hour Care6 Tips for Caregivers: Balancing Compassion and Care7 Building a Support Network: As the population ages, more families are choosing to care for their elderly loved ones …
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Table of Content1 A Progressive Journey2 Early Stage Alzheimer’s: The Window for Intervention3 Middle Stage Alzheimer’s: Adapting to Increasing Challenges4 Late Stage Alzheimer’s: Ensuring Comfort and Dignity5 The Role of Technology in Early Intervention6 The Future of Alzheimer’s Intervention7 The Power of Early Intervention Alzheimer’s primarily impacts older adults, its onset and progression can vary …
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Table of Content1 Why Choose Live-In Care?2 Determine Your Loved One’s Needs3 Research Live-In Care Agencies4 Understanding the Need for Live-In Care5 Assessing Your Loved One’s Needs6 Exploring Different Types of Live-In Care7 Choosing the Right Care Provider8 Preparing Your Home for Live-In Care9 Financial Considerations10 Building a Support System11 Monitoring and Adjusting the Care …
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It’s National Immunization Awareness Month. Immunization saves millions of lives every year and is widely recognized as one of the world’s most successful health interventions. 59.4% of people 12 and older in the US – and more than 80% of those over 65 – have been fully vaccinated for COVID-19. While there have been “breakthrough” …
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Table of Content1 Physical Inactivity2 Sciatica3 Spinal Degeneration4 Stroke5 Parkinson’s Disease Muscle mass begins decreasing around the age of 30 and continues as individuals grow older. However, there are other reasons older adults may experience leg weakness. Many of the underlying causes can easily be remedied. Physical Inactivity Due to cardiovascular issues or other medical …
Table of Content1 1. Alleviates Depression2 2. Boosts Energy & Appetite3 3. Conveys a Sense of Calmness & Comfort4 4. Creates a Feeling of Safety & Security Color therapy, also known as chromotherapy, can be helpful for family caregivers who want to ensure their senior loved ones remain emotionally healthy. Though the reasons color is …
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Table of Content1 Scrapbooking2 Cooking3 Playing Name Games4 Discussing Current Events Many seniors experience memory loss due to dementia or general aging, which typically affects short-term memory first, but there are ways to keep the memory alive and well. Here are some simple activities to provide mental stimulation for your senior loved one. Scrapbooking …
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Table of Content1 Headaches2 Hearing Impairment3 Damage to Eyesight4 Unmet Needs Changes in the brain can lead to false realities for seniors with dementia, causing them to hear, feel, see, taste, and touch things that aren’t present. Some don’t experience hallucinations, while others experience the symptom in the middle and late stages of the condition. …
