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What Helps Constipation in the Elderly?
It is normal for seniors to have a bowel movement every two to three days, although having one every day is considered ideal. When bowel… Read More »What Helps Constipation in the Elderly?
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How to Identify and Manage Shingles in the Elderly
Shingles, caused by the same virus that causes chickenpox, may have innocuous beginnings, but can cause serious health complications in seniors. As an uncomfortable skin… Read More »How to Identify and Manage Shingles in the Elderly
Activities for Seniors that Appeal to Their Sense of Humor
It’s no joke that laughter is oftentimes the best medicine. Numerous physical and emotional health benefits are associated with laughter. Finding laughter in daily life… Read More »Activities for Seniors that Appeal to Their Sense of Humor
How to Avoid Arguments with Your Senior Parents
Conflicts are inevitable when adult children assume the role of family caregiver for older parents. As family caregivers now make decisions that affect the elderly… Read More »How to Avoid Arguments with Your Senior Parents
Fingernail Care for the Elderly
As with many body parts, the fingernails change with age. A variety of influences, from nutritional deficiencies to long-term exposure to ultraviolet light, affect how… Read More »Fingernail Care for the Elderly
Age-Appropriate Chores for the Elderly
Physical activity offers seniors incredible physical and mental benefits. Household chores are the easiest way to get the elderly moving on a regular basis. Not… Read More »Age-Appropriate Chores for the Elderly
Common Sleeping Issues with Seniors
Aging adults require a quality night’s rest to feel alert and refreshed upon waking. However, as people grow older, sleep patterns change. When sleep patterns… Read More »Common Sleeping Issues with Seniors
How to Recognize and React to Stroke Symptoms
Experts estimate that every year, almost 800,000 people experience a stroke of some kind, be it relatively minor or severe, recurrent or new. This number… Read More »How to Recognize and React to Stroke Symptoms
How to Ensure Your Senior Loved Ones Wear their Diapers
Incontinence issues are not uncommon in seniors living with dementia. Many reasons explain why incontinence issues arise. Seniors may be averse to wearing pull-up undergarments… Read More »How to Ensure Your Senior Loved Ones Wear their Diapers
How to Deal with Common Fears of the Elderly
The aging process can be intimidating. As people grow older, changes to cognitive and physical functioning are likely to occur. Especially when seniors age alone,… Read More »How to Deal with Common Fears of the Elderly
