Top Strategies When Caring for Incontinence in Loved Ones
It is not something most people would feel comfortable revealing to others. As a matter of fact, the embarrassment of even bringing up incontinence can often be enough to keep the issue concealed. Not only that, but there’s a common misconception that it is simply a standard part of getting older and needs to be […]
Top Ways for Older Adults to Cope With Allergies
It’s finally summer! Now that the long, cold winter and wet springtime are over, we can enjoy the great outdoors. For older loved ones, getting out into the fresh air, sunshine, and beauty of nature is very important for both mental and physical health. Unfortunately, it can also trigger seasonal allergy symptoms. And this is […]
Tips for Consistent Help for Older Adults with Multiple Chronic Health Problems
If you are a family caregiver and feel overwhelmed with keeping up with appointments with different physicians, trips to the pharmacy, lab work, managing medicines and special dietary needs for a senior you love, you are not alone! Chronic health conditions like diabetes, heart disease, COPD, and arthritis afflict many older people – and frequently, […]
Know These Symptoms for an Early Diagnosis of Parkinson’s Disease
Despite the fact that nearly one million people are living with Parkinson’s disease in the United States alone, the condition was perhaps first brought to the foreground by the diagnosis of Michael J. Fox. Since then, his foundation has provided for advancements in research and awareness that were previously unparalleled, giving us hope for a […]
In-Home Care Services Help Seniors Coping with Long-Term Illness
Do you ever wake up and realize, from the time you get out of bed, that it was going to be “one of those days?” Perhaps you slept through your alarm, tripped over the cat, and then remembered you were out of milk. These small inconveniences, however, pale in comparison to what over half of […]
New Year, New You: Take Charge of Chronic Conditions With Exercises for Seniors
Although staying safe at home has become our new normal, that doesn’t mean we should spend our time stagnant in front of the television! For seniors or those caring for older parents, specifically people who have chronic health problems, sustaining an active lifestyle during the COVID-19 pandemic is a struggle which may seem impossible. However, research […]
Foods to Avoid with Chronic Kidney Disease
While chronic kidney disease (CKD) affects approximately 11% of adult Americans, for older adults, the frequency rate jumps to nearly 40%. If a family member in your life struggles with CKD, following the doctor’s recommended dietary plan is critical. The goal is to make certain that quantities of fluid, minerals, and electrolytes remain balanced. The […]
Chronic Disease Management: Top Tips to Help Navigate Chronic Kidney Disease
They are only about the size of your fist, yet they are crucial to your body’s performance. Kidneys work as filters to eliminate waste from the body, but they also control our blood pressure and assist in the production of red blood cells. For those with chronic kidney disease, effective management is vital to prevent […]