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- New Home Care Guidelines Promote High-Quality Home Care for Older People - by Submitted on Oct 13, 2015 from Oliver StirkThe National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) has published a new set of guidelines to promote a better standard of care and support for older people living in their own homes. The report offers a number of key recommendations for home care providers to follow when supporting ...
Views: 1623(1 vote) - How To deal With The Visual Disorders During Seniority - by Submitted on Jul 28, 2009 from Marina MileyThe gift of eyesight is precious and must be safeguarded through routine eye checks. Many eye diseases, if diagnosed promptly, can be treated effectively. Ophthalmic disorders that can occur during later in life are presbyopia, age-related macular degeneration and cataracts. Age-related ...
Views: 1622(2 votes) - Dangerous Prescription Drug Reactions Affect 25 Percent of Seniors - by Submitted on Oct 01, 2009 from Kerri KnoxA new study shows that 25% of the elderly who are in home care have reactions to prescribed drugs. This is ONE in FOUR elderly that have REPORTED drug reactions!! The elderly, the report states, are now taking 6 or more different prescribed drugs on a daily basis! In contrast to the ...
Views: 1620(1 vote) - Living With My Aging Parents - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2007 from Beth and Lee McCainWhen watching the talk shows discuss the subject of aging parents, it's usually about the hospital bills, the doctor appointments, and juggling personal time now that your parents no longer drive; about parent/child role reversals. The one subject that I never hear addressed is of daily living ...
Views: 1619 - How to prevent memory loss and enhance memory power in the elderly - by Submitted on Oct 05, 2015 from Victor MarchioneOur memories are a cherished part of who we are. When we recall moments that we have experienced, for a brief moment we are able to relive those memories. Each time a memory is formed it becomes ingrained in who we are and who we become. Our experiences greatly shape us, and when they become ...
Views: 1601 - Medicines, Side Effects, the Elderly, and Nutrient Loss - by Submitted on Jul 06, 2014 from Linda Mac DougallThe older we get, the less enzymes and stomach acid we often have to fully process our foods. Many people start having reflux, gas, bloating, and general digestive distress. Going to the doctor often gets them prescriptions for various forms of aluminum antacids when it is often more acid, not ...
Views: 1601 - Caring Transitions - A Guide To Making a Smooth Transition to Home Care - by Submitted on Oct 02, 2015 from Gabriela BrownScenario: Your parent is in the skilled nursing facility and the social worker/case manager is talking to you about sending them home. It is recommended that they not be without personal care assistance/home care. All of a sudden, there are many decisions to make: • Do you bring your parent ...
Views: 1600(1 vote) - Clinical Progress For Alzheimer's Detection - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2011 from Gloria Hao SchneiderDoctors can usually determine if a patient has dementia, and around 90 percent of the time they can accurately identify whether the dementia is due to Alzheimer's disease. This diagnoses however, usually takes place after the disease has profoundly affected the brain and is causing severe ...
Views: 1600(1 vote) - Frailty In Older Adults Associated With Special Health Concerns - by Submitted on Aug 01, 2012 from Mark RosenbergI have a few over-age-50 patients who are on the “frail” side. Though frailty is typically thought of as a condition that affects much older (over-age 70) adults, usually women, it isn’t always strictly associated with someone’s age. If you, or someone you know, are frail, let me tell you ...
Views: 1596 - Senior Helper: The Roll ‘n Pour Makes Handling Heavy Jugs Easy - by Submitted on Mar 11, 2012 from Tim CollingDo you know that a gallon of milk or juice weighs about eight pounds? That might not seem like much when you’re in your 50s or 60s and healthy, but when your arms aren’t as strong as they used to be, it can feel like a ton. Unless you have a cool tool designed to help keep your ...
Views: 1596 - The Benefits of Elderly Care at Home - by Submitted on Apr 15, 2011 from Laura LuckettMost elderly people want to stay in their own homes for as long as possible, yet often they are placed in residential care homes when it isn’t really necessary. Fortunately, awareness of the services provided by home care companies is growing. The home environment is often more suitable than ...
Views: 1596 - When to Stop Driving - by Submitted on Dec 17, 2009 from jami polkDRIVER SAFETY Driving is an activity that demands alertness, quick reactions and quick decision-making. There is no age limit to determine when it is time to relinquish driving privileges, but there are warning signs of unsafe driving. For many seniors the thought of giving up or limiting ...
Views: 1591(5 votes) - Caring Transitions - A Guide To Making a Smooth Transition to Home Care - by Submitted on Oct 02, 2015 from Gabriela BrownScenario: Your parent is in the skilled nursing facility and the social worker/case manager is talking to you about sending them home. It is recommended that they not be without personal care assistance/home care. All of a sudden, there are many decisions to make: • Do you bring your parent ...
Views: 1579(1 vote) - Hope Redefined: A Hospice Referral - by Submitted on Dec 01, 2011 from Joanne Harvey MSW, Pro EFT MasterHope is defined in the American Heritage Dictionary as, “To wish for (something) with expectation.” This definition works for most of our life; we hope for, love, success family, travel and wonderful experiences. Hope when we are terminally ill is still hope, but the definition does change. ...
Views: 1578(1 vote) - Opportunity Presented by Demographic Challenge of Elderly Care Market - by Submitted on May 09, 2012 from Oliver StirkAs the UK’s population ages and people continue to live longer both families and health and social care services are being put under increased pressure. At the same time, the supply and funding of statutory care services have not seen sufficient growth and almost 800,000 people with care-related ...
Views: 1574 - Communication Aids for Seniors - by Submitted on May 04, 2010 from Kevin CampbellCommunication is an important aspect of healthy and independent living. Communication not only involves talking and writing but we also need to listen, watch, sense and read language. Some seniors experience decreased senses (vision, hearing). Communication aids can make communication ...
Views: 1571(1 vote) - Can Hair Loss Be Cured? - by Submitted on Dec 13, 2010 from Serj SaganAre you starting to see bald spots on your head or was the last time brushing a surprise to you because your comb or hair brush had more than a little hair in it? Is there anything you can do to prevent your hair loss or maybe even restore some of that growth back? That is the focus of this ...
Views: 1566 - Standard bank has Supplied Cars for Sale made - by Submitted on Aug 09, 2011 from Tamekan DooperDo you want to acquire your first car at a bargain value? In case you do, then standard bank repossessed cars for purchase is an incredible possibility to suit your needs. When you're thinking about repo automobiles, you will still have the ability to search out cars that perfectly matched your ...
Views: 1561 - How to protect your liver - by Submitted on May 06, 2012 from Swapan BanerjeeChronic liver disease is a chronic disease of the liver involving a process of progressive destruction and regeneration of the liver parenchyma leading to cirrhosis and sometimes fibrosis.This is also called hepatic disease and very much co-related to with hepatitis,one of the deadly ...
Views: 1558 - Four Essential Hygiene Cares for Senior Over 60 - by Submitted on Feb 25, 2013 from Ashley O'connorHygiene is vital for each one of us. Good hygiene can symbolize good health. That is why we tend to do so many practices to preserve our wellness. As a matter of fact, most people allot a budget to maintain proper hygiene. As people gets older, practicing proper hygiene becomes a bit ...
Views: 1555(1 vote) - Alzheimer’s: Not Just About Memory But Ability To Plan, Organize And Reason - by Submitted on Jan 18, 2011 from Gloria Hao SchneiderMost of us notice subtle signs of change when our parents begin to age. It is expected they begin to move more slowly, have less strength, dexterity and energy. It is also normal to have reduced hearing and vision issues or possible problems with incontinence. Even some memory changes are a ...
Views: 1554 - When Caring for a Loved One with Dementia, Safety Essentials - by Submitted on May 01, 2017 from Leon EdwardCaring for an older relative with dementia can be a bit like looking after children, just ones who are a lot more able and mobile to obtain into more problem if you do not take note of a variety of crucial safety concerns. Coping with grownups who have dementia might have you taking on ...
Views: 1549 - Best at-Home Careers for Moms - by Submitted on Apr 26, 2013 from Nancy HigginsThey say that a child gives birth to a mother. It’s also said that parenthood is the loveliest, most fulfilling experience of a person’s life. What they don’t tell you is that becoming a parent, as precious as it is, also gives rise to a series of difficult decisions. The first reality check, ...
Views: 1547 - What People Don’t Know About Service Dogs or Service Animals - by Submitted on Jul 25, 2011 from jasmin espinozaBasically, a service dog or animal is the same as an assistance dog that undergoes a lot of training to assist people suffering from disabilities – mental and physical. They can also be a best friend for people with severe depression. Service dogs can be specifically trained by service dog ...
Views: 1535 - Electric Stair Lifts Provide Easy Accessibility for the Elderly - by Submitted on Jan 24, 2012 from jai gaitondeClimbing up and down the stairs everyday can be difficult for the elderly as well as physically challenged individuals. Electric stair lifts are a practical and cost-effective solution for the aged and mobility impaired as they provide easy accessibility from one floor to another in ...
Views: 1534 - Now's the Time to Secure Your Valuables - by Submitted on Mar 03, 2012 from Gabriela BrownThe time has come. You are in need of home care services. Chances are good that this need has been preceded by some sort of crisis; a hospitalization, death of a spouse or a sudden decline in health. Likely, there are so many things to think about and arrange. There may be a variety of service ...
Views: 1530(1 vote) - Signs of a Stroke - by Submitted on Sep 08, 2010 from Ellen WoodFirst, cut this out and put it on your refrigerator with some magnets: SIGNS OF A STROKE – SAVE A LIFE! Tell the person: S “Smile.” T “Talk to me. Say, ‘Mary had a little lamb.’” R “Raise both arms.” O “Open your mouth and stick out your tongue.” Then you: K Kall 911 if ...
Views: 1526(1 vote) - Travel Nurse Housing Scenarios - by Submitted on May 13, 2012 from Irma SpenceDifferent Living Arrangements That Travel Nurses Choose While On Assignment A travel nursing lifestyle is one that calls for continual relocation as the professional moves from one assignment to the next. As a result, it's an occupation that is sometimes defined by its pick-up-and-leave, ...
Views: 1524 - Canada Drugs Brings Out Convenience to Consumers - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2011 from James DomoNow it is easy for someone to find the Canada Drugs on the web and the ones that are available are getting excellent at the solutions that they must offer. They have a variety of drugs they have marketed and just how an individual may buy those drugs. By using the web, they could reach a lot of ...
Views: 1522 - ***Self Care for Caretakers - by Submitted on Feb 08, 2015 from Linda Mac Dougall1. What are problems caretakers experience? a. Stress- emotional, physical, spiritual b. Allowing others to drain their energy-boundaries c. Getting health care d. Caring for their spirit and attitude e. Not pursuing life goals/dreams f. Trouble understanding being ...
Views: 1521 - Review: Parkinson's Disease: A Complete Guide for Patients and Families - by Submitted on Jan 10, 2011 from Norm GoldmanAuthor: William J. Weiner, M.D. Lisa M. Shulman, M.D. Anthony E. Lang, M.D., F.R.C.P ISBN: 10: 0-8018-8546-9: 13: 978-0-8018-8546-4 Publisher: The John Hopkins University Press Parkinson's disease also known as PD is a degenerative neurological disorder of the central nervous system that ...
Views: 1517 - Where To Buy A Used Stair Lift - by Submitted on Mar 31, 2008 from Brad BrubakerA stair lift is in some ways similar to an escalator. It provides an easy and for the most part non-physical way to ascend and descend the stairs. Usually a track is installed along the side of the stair case and either a chair or perch is attached to the track to carry an individual up and down ...
Views: 1506 - How To Talk To Your Body - by Submitted on Dec 22, 2010 from Ellen WoodThere’s a light dusting of snow on Taos Mountain and this very warm day has turned quite chilly as the sun begins to set. From my car window I see no-neck people with their collars turned up and shoulders slightly hunched against the wind. It’s sleeveless weather during the day but the ...
Views: 1503 - Elderly Counseling - by Submitted on May 17, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsQuestion: As an "elder Law" attorney, I counsel clients daily who are experiencing the "losses" associated with declining bodies and minds. But I KNOW that the real self is intact and eternal and PERHAPS that this time of decline is a time to FINALLY realize their essential connection to ...
Views: 1501 - Installing A Vertical Platform Lift - by Submitted on Mar 19, 2008 from Brad BrubakerIt may seem so simple and easy to operate a vertical platform lift until surprising problems and concerns arise. Worse comes to worst, you may experience trouble in the middle of the night or during a big storm when nobody can help you except yourself. To save yourself from future troubles and ...
Views: 1501 - How to Extend Your Safe Driving Career - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2009 from Matt GurwellWith each passing year, each of us knows that the day is coming when we will lose some of our personal independence. Driving an automobile is one of the most important privileges of being an independent adult. And it is a privilege most of never want to give up. Weighing the factors about ...
Views: 1495(1 vote) - Care Home Review Indicates Worsening Quality of Care - by Submitted on Mar 19, 2012 from Oliver StirkA new report by the Royal College of Nursing (“RCN”) highlights how care homes in the UK are struggling to meet the care needs of residents. The report follows a survey of 584 care and nursing home nurses which found that staff are facing ever increasing challenges in providing care. Most ...
Views: 1490 - Making "13" My Lucky Number! - by Submitted on Oct 12, 2008 from DR. SYBIL L. INGRAMRight now, my mother and I are sitting in our screened in back porch at home eating pancakes, strawberries and grits. We've been talking about the different birds chirping and hopping from tree to tree and watching the squirrels run back and forth across the grass. !3 years ago this week, I ...
Views: 1489 - End of Life Care - by Submitted on Apr 15, 2011 from Laura LuckettEnd of life care helps many elderly people through their final days. In simple terms, end of life care means the care, treatment and support that is provided to help someone to live as well as possible before they die. End of life care also covers essential aspects of care including the ...
Views: 1488 - An Explanation of the Different Kinds of Mobility Scooters - by Submitted on Jul 20, 2009 from David JenkinsGetting around can sometimes become much more difficult with age, often as the result of diseases such as arthritis, which can make moving the hips and knees very painful. As a result, it is not uncommon for a senior to have difficulty walking for an extended period of time and even things like ...
Views: 1487 - Balanitis Symptoms, Causes and Cure - by Submitted on Nov 03, 2018 from Gaurav GautamIntroduction Balanitis is an inflammation of the head of the penis (glans penis) in men, and causes redness, itching and rash as well as irritation and pain on or around the penis. According to one of the top urologist in Delhi, there might be an odorous discharge from the penis as well. ...
Views: 1487(1 vote) - Crash! Boom! Bang! 4th of July Sparkle for the Sick - by Submitted on Jun 30, 2014 from Allidah Hicks Bonnie KnutiIt's no fun to be sick and discouraged on the holidays while everyone else is having a good time. So, remember to include folks who are shut in even if it's with a short visit or a card. Everyone wants to celebrate and to have some distraction from the boredom of a slow recovery. So, what can ...
Views: 1482 - Should Seniors Get Life Insurance: 4 Things to Remember - by Submitted on Oct 22, 2012 from Stefanie JeanneIf you haven’t noticed it yet, members of the baby boomer generation are enjoying longer, more fulfilling lives. And as things stand, seniors—or those who are 60 years old and above—can still get more out of life. Whether you need or can afford to get a policy with a large premium and benefits ...
Views: 1482 - Nursing Homes for Veterans - by Submitted on Feb 26, 2009 from Suzanne OliverNursing home coverage for veterans is available from two sources within the Department of Veterans Affairs -- the veterans health care system and the state veterans homes system. Nursing Home Coverage through the VA Health Care System Nursing home coverage along with other long term care ...
Views: 1481 - Seniors! The greatest Physical Difficulty as We Get Older – and Some Solutions - by Submitted on Aug 08, 2011 from Francoise BonhoureReduce Falls by Becoming Balanced Keeping one’s balance is what keeps us sure of taking steps without having to look at the ground to check if our feet are going to make it! Have you noticed? People who are unsure of their balance (their connection to the earth, the ground) always seem to ...
Views: 1479(1 vote) - Caring Transitions - A Guide To Making a Smooth Transition to Home Care - by Submitted on Oct 02, 2015 from Gabriela BrownScenario: Your parent is in the skilled nursing facility and the social worker/case manager is talking to you about sending them home. It is recommended that they not be without personal care assistance/home care. All of a sudden, there are many decisions to make: • Do you bring your parent ...
Views: 1477(1 vote) - Insomnia: How Hypnosis Therapy Can Help - by Submitted on Sep 11, 2009 from david quigleyIt seems that every other ad on television these days is for some form of sleeping pill. So many people I meet in my practice are either suffering serious sleep problems or are dependent on some kind of pharmaceutical sleep aid. In this article I will explain why insomnia is an epidemic in our ...
Views: 1477(1 vote) - Face the world with a glowing radiance - by Submitted on Nov 23, 2012 from Opal FaceySkin is prized asset and a vital protective organ of our body. It is the largest organ of the body and has an important role to play in protecting the body from external forces, regulating the temperature and removing excess body toxins and wastes Skin constantly produces new cells and shed ...
Views: 1476 - 7 Major Problems and Solutions of Pasta Maker - by Submitted on Mar 20, 2018 from Nabil AhsanHere the inquiry stirs whether this gadget is serving the clients a total fulfillment or not? The appropriate response is most likely negative. We as a whole know each substance has its disadvantages. In this world, nothing is free from blunders, and pasta machines are no exemptions. Thus, while ...
Views: 1468 - Best Foods for Arthritics - by Submitted on Dec 08, 2017 from Harshad JethraArthritis broadly refers to a form of inflammation of joints, and some of the most common symptoms of arthritis are aching, pain, stiffness and swelling in and around affected joints. The two most common forms of arthritis are rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis. Rheumatoid arthritis is ...
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