All Posts Tagged Tag: ‘Elder Care’
Alzheimer’s: I Love My Mom, but I Hate Her!
Seven years ago my father died, leaving my mother to cope alone. Before he died, we knew that something was off with mom, but he assured us that it was just her getting old and he could deal with it. Once he was gone, she …
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Adaptive Clothing for Senior Elderly Care
When a family makes the decision to take care of an elderly loved one, they assume a huge responsibility. Lots of families prefer this option as opposed to moving the relative to an assisted living facility or nursing home. Reasons for the decision to provide …
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Find The Right Elder Care: 3 Great Resources
If you are currently caring for you aging parent or loved one or just planning ahead, the following list of elder care resources and elder care locator websites can be a great source of information for home care, assisted living, Alzheimer’s care, nursing homes, retirement communities, residential care …
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What Is Home Care?
As our loved ones grow older, we must sometimes face the difficult task of deciding when they cannot manage on their own. It is a heartbreaking decision that can cause conflicts with our elder family member who wishes to remain independent and is afraid of …
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Correct Setup of Your Walker or Rollator
Setting your Walker to the Correct height If you use or are going to use a walker or rollator you need to make sure you start here. It is very important that you set your walker or rollator to the correct height. Failure to do …
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Top 3 Cell Phones for Seniors
Are you looking for a new cell phone for your elderly loved one. With so many cell phones to choose from, it can be hard to know that you’re making the best purchase. As technology continues to advance, cell phones with advanced features are more …
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Technology for Seniors
Steve Jobs gains the attention of the national press when he introduces a new Apple product. Many of us hear the word “technology” and visualize the newest flat screen television. Few of us hear that word and immediately think about emerging technology for seniors, however. …
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Alzheimers and Coffee
Recent studies have good news to share with coffee lovers. Scientists from all over the country have been testing the effects of caffeine on lab mice who have been induced with common symptoms associated with Alzheimer’s disease. The mice show signs of memory loss and …
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Alzheimers Disease | 5 Educational Videos
Alzheimers Disease is a misunderstood condition that has devastating impacts on those who become infected with it. Because so little research has been funded to find a cure, there is currently no effective treatment to heal victims of Alzheimer’s. After watching, “What is Alzheimer’s Disease” …
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What Is The Life Expectancy For Alzheimer’s Disease
For the patient diagnosed with Alzheimers disease, life becomes a blur of inaccessible memories, and the family must decide how to care for the individual for an uncertain period of time. One of the earliest questions asked of the diagnosing physician is, “how long do …
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Robot Aging In Place
Technology has been gradually adding convenience to life for years. Now, with the assistance of robots, seniors will soon be aging in place with a degree of security never before dreamed possible. Robot aging in place is a unique concept that is revolutionizing eldercare. With …
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Adult Home Care Requirements
Providing care for senior adults who need help has become a growth industry in recent years as the population ages. The baby boom generation will be taxing the extended family’s ability to cope, creating greater demand for professional adult home care services to relieve the …
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How to Start Home Health Care Business
As the baby boomer generation begins to age, there will be an increase need for more home health care businesses nationwide. Moreover, it is a statistical fact that people are living longer and will require home health care assistance on a daily basis. Therefore, people …
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Managing Caregiver Guilt
The decision to become a caregiver of a loved one is not an easy one to make. If it’s a spouse or child, there is no question. However, when it’s a parent, there’s a feeling of anxiety. If you have siblings, then anxiety may be …
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Alzheimer’s Care For Late Stage And End-Of-Life
Caring for a loved one in the end stages of Alzheimer’s disease can be a very trying and difficult time for family members, friends, and caregivers. While the patient may become increasingly unaware of their mental and physical deterioration, those left tending and supporting the …
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Exercises For Seniors: Types of Exercise, Tips, and Getting Started
Exercise has been shown to be beneficial to people of all age groups. As we age, the benefits of exercise increase and help keep the body and mind healthy. Seniors who exercise are happier, less likely to fall, reduce their chance of getting serious health …
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