Wandering or getting lost is a common sign of Alzheimer’s or other diseases involving dementia. Noticing that a loved one is consistently going missing is stressful, and it can make you feel concerned for their safety. If you notice that your loved one is going missing often, or is returning late from meetings or activities, …
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It’s no secret that seniors need a little bit of extra care to keep themselves safe from physical injury as they get older. But, typical healthcare providers are often ill-equipped to address the needs of senior populations. That’s where geriatric doctors come in. Geriatric doctors are people who specialize in caring for people over the …
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While seniors can’t necessarily go for runs, deadlift barbells, or do chin-ups at the gym like they might have been able to do earlier in life, they shouldn’t have to live a sedentary life. Seniors can still engage in loads of different exercises to keep their bodies, and minds, sharp. Many exercise routines for seniors …
As you grow older, chronic pains and diseases might become an inevitable part of living. While it can be difficult to cope with aches, soreness, and tenderness, pain management specialists can help provide you with the skills and therapies necessary to lead a fulfilling life. Pain management specialists are licensed professionals who are concerned about …
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People with dementia or Alzheimer’s often say or do things that can be frustrating, worrying, and upsetting for caregivers to deal with. Often, people with dementia will tell their caregivers “I want to go home” which can be hard to hear over and over, especially if they are already in their own homes. But when …
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Even if you’re physically and mentally healthy, aging can take a toll on your ability to perform daily tasks. Weakening bones, thinning skin, decreasing muscle, and challenges with cognition can make simple activities feel complicated and complex. If your parent or grandparent is nearing an age where it’s becoming harder to conduct daily tasks, it’s …
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Even though dementia can make it more difficult for loved ones to express themselves or complete tasks like they were once able, it doesnt mean that they shouldnt stay busy and occupied with fun activities! The best activities for people with dementia are ones that are simple and failure-free. Completing an activity can often lead …
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Buying a gift for loved ones is hard, but it can be even more difficult if that loved one has dementia. How do you find them a gift that feels personal and unique, but also has a functional purpose to help improve their cognition? While it can be difficult to find a gift for those …
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Skin is the human body’s largest organ covering, on average, 22 square feet. From head to toe, your skin plays an incredibly valuable role in shielding you against everything the world throws at it, from harmful bacteria to flying objects. When you were younger, your skin held up admirably, but the aging process and wear …
One in four Americans over the age of 65 falls each year, and every 11 seconds, an older adult goes to the emergency room due to falling. Even with eye-opening stats like these, many falls can be prevented with a few precautionary measures.
You discuss something important with your elderly loved one and then follow up the next day, only to find that they have no recollection of the conversation. Unfortunately, this is not the first time this has happened. Understandably, youre becoming increasingly frustrated, worried, and exasperated, but imagine how your loved one feels. Ourcompassionate and qualified …
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Nearly 40% of people over the age of 65 who live in residential care facilities experience incontinence for a variety of reasons, which we explore here. No matter the cause, there is help for your urinary incontinence.
