Fall Prevention
70% of Accidental Deaths in people over the age of 75 result from falls. 40% of all nursing home admissions are attributable to repeated falls at home. 25% of seniors who suffer hip fractures die within one year. Knowing the most common causes of falls will help you to take preventative steps. Some of the […]
Causes of Eye Color Change in the Elderly
As we age, there are occasions in which our eye color changes. A change in eye coloroccurs in up to 15 % of all Caucasian people. An eye color change can be harmless, but thereare some conditions that will cause the Iris to change color that should be evaluated by adoctor. The iris is the […]
Helping A Loved One With Dementia Cope With The Loss of Their Spouse
There are creative and effective ways to help family members who suffer from Alzheimer’s disease or dementia cope with the loss of their spouse. Remembering that there are different stages and types of dementia, making sure the surviving spouse does not become socially isolated and not rushing other major changes in their lives are among […]
Important Questions to Ask Your Pharmacist
Odds are that as a person ages, he will need to take medications and the number of the medications may increase as the age increases. Having a thorough understanding of medications can help to maximize the benefits while avoiding side effects or additional problems. Be sure to ask your pharmacist the following questions:
What to Look for in a Home Care Agency
Oftentimes families are aware that their loved one may need some extra help at home, but don’t act on it. Whether it’s due to denial, fear, or simply not knowing where to start, families that wait until a crisis occurs find themselves scrambling for help. Educating yourself about local options before the need arises will […]
When to Step in: An Assessment Tool
This “quiz” will help determine if you should consider stepping in as a caregiver or making arrangements for a caregiver to visit regularly. If I were to leave the country tomorrow, would my loved ones be self-sufficient? My loved ones are in control of their mental facilities. My loved ones are in control of their […]
Hormonal Changes Affecting Osteoperosis
Remodeling is a process in which bone, a living tissues, is consantly broken down and rebuilt. Approximately 10% of the normal bone is replaced through remodeling every year (the amount of bone removed is balanced by the amount of new bone laid down). As we age, the breaking down in the remodeling process occurs quicker than the […]
How Fun Can Improve Quality of Life
Enrichment is vital to the longevity and sustainabilty of the mental and physical health of our loved ones. Attending community events with your family members or encouraging them to go on their own throughout the week will stimulate their emotional and physical energy by making connections with new people and deeper connections with the community […]
Transportation for Seniors
Transportation is integral for seniors to continue living a comfortable life, begging the question: what are alternatives when driving is no longer an option for them? Safe Driving Alternatives All of these options are important to get seniors moving and out of the house to partcipate in their community. It is important to explore all […]
Who Cares for the Cargivers?
Ceremonies and rituals often mark big events in life; but when you become a family caregiver, there are no ceremonies or rituals. No one congratulates you. No one sends presents. No one even asks if you want to become a caregiver, or tells you what it might mean. You may not even have realized that […]
