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Food Hoarding Among the Elderly
Food hoarding can lead to dangerous life situations, from food poisoning to attracting disease-causing rodents. A senior may start to hoard food for any number… Read More »Food Hoarding Among the Elderly
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How Seniors Can Recover from a UTI
Urinary tract infections (UTI) are common in the elderly. Seniors are more vulnerable to infections, like a UTI, because their immune systems naturally weaken with… Read More »How Seniors Can Recover from a UTI
Dealing with Guilt from Putting Your Parents in a Nursing Home
Even the remote thought of being “put” into a nursing home sends shivers down the spines of seniors. Elderly parents may have sent clear messages… Read More »Dealing with Guilt from Putting Your Parents in a Nursing Home
GNA vs CNA vs HHA: What is the Difference?
Seniors thrive in a supportive environment. Three types of professionals are qualified to ensure the wellbeing of the elderly, whether at home, in an assisted… Read More »GNA vs CNA vs HHA: What is the Difference?
What to Do If Your Senior Loved Ones are Afraid to be Alone at Night
For younger people, the nighttime can be an exciting part of the day. But the opposite can be said of the nighttime for elderly individuals.… Read More »What to Do If Your Senior Loved Ones are Afraid to be Alone at Night
Tips to Help Ease Overnight Caregiving
Some seniors suffer from Alzheimer’s disease or another form of dementia and tend to wander, and this can be especially dangerous if it occurs during the middle of the night. Some seniors have issues with insomnia and cannot a good night’s rest. Some elderly individuals may have an overactive bladder that causes them to frequently wake at night to use the restroom. No matter the reason, there are tips that overnight caregivers can use to make the nighttime easier for seniors — which, in turn, helps make their job easier.
Fun Activities for Bedridden Seniors and Seniors with Limited Mobility
Whether it is due to a medical condition, a serious injury, or a recent surgery, there are numerous reasons why an elderly individual can become… Read More »Fun Activities for Bedridden Seniors and Seniors with Limited Mobility
Oral Hygiene Care for Seniors with Dementia: Nutrition and Oral Health
Routine oral hygiene is necessary for seniors. But older adults suffering from dementia may be unable to communicate issues they may be having with their… Read More »Oral Hygiene Care for Seniors with Dementia: Nutrition and Oral Health
Signs of Dehydration in the Elderly
Older adults have a higher risk for developing dehydration. When the elderly fail to consume an adequate amount of liquids throughout the day, dehydration can… Read More »Signs of Dehydration in the Elderly
The Different Types of Home Care Agencies
As seniors’ physical capabilities decline or their cognitive functions take a turn for the worse, they will require ongoing support to perform the activities of… Read More »The Different Types of Home Care Agencies
