Tag Archives: senior health
Questions to Ask Yourself About Your Senior Loved One’s Health
Being a family caregiver adds extra tasks to your busy to-do list. No matter if you are helping out with personal care and dropping off groceries because you live near your loved one, or making doctor appointments from many miles … Continue reading
Common Side Effects of Medications
The month of October is home to Pharmacy Week (October 20-26, 2024), an annual week that recognizes the pharmacists in our communities and celebrates their expertise. Pharmacists are an excellent source of information, especially for older adults who take more … Continue reading
4 Questions to Ask Your Loved One About Their Future Plans
While emergencies and health crises do get in the way sometimes, it is always ideal to know your aging loved one’s goals and plans before a fall, heart attack, stroke, or other unplanned event occurs. Fortunately, talking about estate planning … Continue reading
Home Care Support for Diabetes
Some chronic conditions are more common than others. Diabetes, for example, affects about 16.5 million seniors in America. Due to its prevalence, it is no wonder why so many older adults are living with the condition, many of whom are … Continue reading
What to Do When Your Loved One Refuses Assistance
You know that your aging loved one needs some support at home. Maybe you’ve noticed they struggle with personal care tasks or can’t keep up with basic housekeeping. Or, perhaps you’ve noticed they aren’t eating well or are struggling with … Continue reading
Anesthesia and Seniors: What You Need to Know
When your senior loved one needs a dental or medical procedure, it is common to think about logistics like recovery time and pain, as well as making sure to inform the physician about any allergies or other potential complications. However, … Continue reading
Common Respiratory Conditions and Staying Safe This Winter
It’s the time of year when everyone seems to be sick, getting over being sick, or starting to show symptoms of illness. While the winter months are certainly more dangerous due to the increased prevalence of influenza and the common … Continue reading
Questions to Ask Your Skilled Nursing Facility Before Discharging Home
Did you know that May is home to National Skilled Care Week? Skilled nursing communities are a crucial part of the senior care continuum, offering a safe place for older adults to get therapy and support after a hospital stay … Continue reading
Urinary Tract Infections and Senior Health
As we get older, we can become more vulnerable to specific health conditions or illnesses. Sometimes, our aging bodies handle infections or illnesses differently than in our younger years, leaving us feeling surprised by the toll a sickness or condition … Continue reading
Mobility Challenges at Home
Getting older means adapting and adjusting to compensate for normal changes that happen after the age of 60. For many adults, mobility becomes a bit more challenging. You might notice it now, even if you are much younger than 60. … Continue reading