“Why older drivers should drive” may seem like a crazy statement but hear us out for a minute. There are ways to promote better safety and driving has been proven to help seniors maintain their health. Percentage of Older Drivers is Increasing It is a statistical reality that, over the next couple of decades, a…
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Prescription instructions make me crazy, and it is evident that medication mismanagement is a fact of life for the elderly. Let’s look at some examples… Take one tablet by mouth daily. No Latin here. Clear as a bell, right? Let’s think for a moment. Is it better to take this one tablet early in the…
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Numerous sleep studies have determined that people in their senior years need as much sleep as they ever did – approximately 8 hours per night – denying a popular assumption that less activity produces a need for less rest. This article will look at tips for how to help seniors sleep better, as well as…
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So many adult children are struggling to care for their aging parents these days. Fortunately, there solutions. Let’s look at the benefits of hiring a companion for your senior loved one. Growing old is not for the faint of heart. This is not exactly a new sentiment. You heard it long before it became relevant.…
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It’s no secret that our healthcare system is failing in many ways, but it’s especially taking its toll on the senior population. Change is necessary, but it’s not an easy road. Let’s look at how healthcare is failing seniors and the solutions that will help those changes come about. How Healthcare is Failing Seniors Do…
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When families need to provide a safer alternative for aging parents rather than having them stay alone and care for themselves, home care can often be the best fit. Why? We’ve outlined 7 compelling reason why home care as a solution works. Home Care as a Calling The number one concern for families who are…
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The number of seniors who become addicted to prescription drugs is growing and it’s a problem that family caregivers should know about and which needs to be addressed. Doctors and healthcare providers often miss the signs of substance-use disorder. Until recently it hasn’t really been thought of as a problem, so the right questions aren’t…
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Want to keep a loved one home even though he or she has Alzheimer’s? It is possible with some creativity and safety measures. You’ll need to engage your patience and flexibility so that it is less frustrating and overwhelming. Use these tips for providing Alzheimer’s care at home to guide you… To begin with, it…
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You’re caring for one or more parents as well as your own children, you have your job to deal with, there’s sports activities for the kids, doctors appointments and community functions, and now you have the holidays to deal with on top of it all. That’s enough to make you want to pull your hair…
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Don’t lose out on money that could be available to you by leaving your veterans benefits on the table. According to a New York Times article, hardly anyone who could benefit from the VA program knows they are eligible for it. This article explains what veterans home care benefits are, veterans benefits tips you may…
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