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What You Need to Know about Seniors Hoarding Food

By Senior Care

Food hoarding is a common behavior among seniors, especially those with Alzheimer’s disease and other related conditions. This can manifest in several different ways including: Sneaking food Hiding food Secret eating Stealing food Purchasing extreme quantities of food This can result in dangerous issues including food poisoning from expired foods to attracting rodents. Therefore, it’s…

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How Often Should My Aging Loved One See a Doctor?

By Senior Care

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 65-year-olds visit the doctor twice as often as 18- to 44-year-olds. This is primarily because health issues that require routine monitoring typically increase with age.  However, there is no standard rule that dictates how often your aging loved one should see a doctor. If you have a…

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How to Protect Seniors from Financial Exploitation

By Senior Care

While health concerns increase with age, so does the risk of other threats to senior safety. According to financial experts, approximately 70% of the nation’s wealth is controlled by the 50+ population. Therefore, fraudsters are implementing new techniques to take advantage of these individuals. This financial exploitation is known as elder financial abuse. Unfortunately, this is…

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The Silent Dangers of Senior Loneliness

By Senior Care

According to research, humans have a fundamental need for human connection, inclusion in groups, and close friendships. In fact, some research indicates that human connection is a lot like food- essential for survival. We are not wired for isolation even as we age. Such isolation can result in senior loneliness. When our social needs are…

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15 Common Health Concerns for Aging Adults

By Senior Care

According to the CDC, Americans today are living longer than ever before. In fact, many people are living an average of 19.3 years beyond the age of 65. Unfortunately, many of these people are also battling chronic conditions to remain healthy. You can avoid some of these health concerns by staying physically active, losing weight,…

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Risks and Causes of Rib Fractures in Seniors

By Senior Care

Two of the most common causes of rib fractures and emergency room visits are blunt chest trauma from falls or collisions. While most patients who have rib fractures are discharged with pain medications and a spirometer, some patients have a higher mortality risk than others. If you or a loved one need extra assistance, consider…

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Debilitating Effects of Anxiety in Older Adults

By Senior Care

Anxiety is a common human condition affecting all age groups. However, excessive degrees of it that interfere with daily activities are not a normal part of aging. Therefore, anxiety in older adults should be a cause for concern.  How Many Seniors Suffer From Anxiety? It is estimated that anxiety disorders affect almost 4% of older adults worldwide….

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