If you are a caregiver, either a family member or a professional personal care aide, an important part of being a caregiver is to work with doctors and other healthcare professionals who are involved in caring for the patient. You may find it advantageous to accompany the patient to the doctor on the next scheduled…
Many believe that chronic diseases are a normal part of aging. That isn’t true for everyone. Statistically, 80 percent of individuals over the age of 65 have at one least chronic condition. More than 60 percent have two or more chronic diseases. You can take steps to be one of the 20 percent experiencing well-being…
Alzheimer’s is a disease that affects the brain and is responsible for a slow decline in clear thinking, memory, and reasoning skills. It’s a condition that creeps up on someone gradually, but there are some warnings signs of Alzheimer’s. Here are nine that shouldn’t be ignored. Memory Loss As people age, they sometimes forget the…
Some falls are due to your advancing years. Others are due to safety hazards, many of which you can eliminate. Safety Hazards You Can Fix Start with a safety assessment of your home environment. If you can, have a friend or family member look at everything. Even better, contact an occupational therapist to do a…
The best healthcare should ensure that patients receive high-quality, personal, and compassionate care provided by trained caregivers. In-home care is able to meet these standards by offering personalized service in the convenience and privacy of a patient’s home. For aging and homebound individuals or special-needs children, in-home care enables them to remain as stress-free, functional,…
Men’s health is significantly affected by acute and chronic diseases. An acute situation, such as an accident, occurs without warning and can be life-threatening. It’s rarely under your control. Chronic conditions develop slowly. They aren’t always life-threatening, but each can destroy your quality of life. Among the risk factors for developing chronic diseases are: Excessive…
Alzheimer’s disease is the name of a progressive brain disorder that is, unfortunately, irreversible. Someone with Alzheimer’s will experience a gradual decline in behavioral, cognitive, and physical abilities. They may have trouble coming up with the right words to use and recognizing familiar objects and family members. This will likely lead to frustration, irritability, and…
Personal hygiene becomes harder as people grow older and health conditions such as arthritis make it harder to maneuver safely in the bathroom. However, you should also be aware that dementia causes symptoms that can increase the challenges of bathing and brushing their teeth. As a family caregiver, your loved one depends on you to…
On April 2, you might see buildings lit up with blue lights and your friends might wear blue shirts. There is a good reason for this – it’s to shine a bright light on autism. This global initiative is to raise awareness about a growing concern to many people who are living with autism. It…
Personal hygiene becomes harder as people grow older and health conditions such as arthritis make it harder to maneuver safely in the bathroom. However, you should also be aware that dementia causes symptoms that can increase the challenges of bathing and brushing their teeth. As a family caregiver, your loved one depends on you to…