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- Home Adaptations can Help Elderly People Remain at Home - by Submitted on Sep 04, 2012 from Oliver StirkWhen elderly people require additional support with the tasks of daily living it is typically considered that remaining at home with the help of a carer or a professional home care provider is preferable to residential care. It should also be recognised that basic adaptations to the home can ...
Views: 2175 - Things to Check When Looking for Senior Home Care or In Home Care Providers - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2012 from Carolyn StarksThe coming of age of baby boomers has drawn more attention to home-based senior care services. For many it is the difference between remaining in the comfort of their homes and having to relocate to a senior care facility. These days, senior home care services bring health care and assisted ...
Views: 1142 - 7 Ways to Prevent Falls - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2012 from Amy TremtonAs we get older, we become more prone to falls. As our bodies age and begin to weaken we must take precautions to stay safe and prevent falls. Falling is a leading cause of injury in elderly. If safety measures aren’t taken, seniors may suffer serious injuries and a loss of confidence. Even ...
Views: 1720 - Are You Listening? At Home Care… When Love Is Not Enough - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2012 from Stella NsongThe Caregiver’s Companion: What to Do When Your Parents Are Losing Their Independence With record numbers of adults entering their senior years, and many living longer than ever, the need for families to provide quality, manageable at-home care or assisted living care for their aging parents ...
Views: 2387(1 vote) - Signs that Dementia Now Requires Senior Care or Senior Care Services - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2012 from Carolyn StarksWatching a loved one become frustrated due to an inability to perform tasks that they have always done is heartbreaking. Making the decision to invite senior care services into your home becomes a sensitive subject. Families do not want loved ones exhibiting signs of dementia to feel like they ...
Views: 1052 - Five reasons why home care assistance is right for you - by Submitted on Sep 05, 2012 from Johnny LoweryLet's face it; no one in their right mind wants to live in a hospital setting environment, if they don't have to. Most people want the privacy that their home has to offer. So it is no surprise then that nine out of ten older adults prefer to live at home rather than a nursing home. Nursing ...
Views: 1194 - Essential family decision for Home Care - by Submitted on Aug 04, 2012 from N K SinghThe decision between taking a loved one to a nursing home and using house care needs to be considered carefully. Each of the options has their advantages and disadvantages. The level of care required and cost implications are important deciding factors. While the costs for in-house care have ...
Views: 1415(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: 1575 - The Real Advantage of Medicare Part C Advantage Plans - by Submitted on Jul 21, 2012 from Elle Marie SpearsThe Real “Advantage” of Medicare Part C Advantage Plans In the late 1990’s the United States government had a wonderful idea to begin to privatize Medicare. The Balanced Budget Act of 1997 created new health care options for Medicare recipients by way of Medicare + Choice. This was later ...
Views: 1294 - The Secret to Longevity Lies with Home Care Assistance - by Submitted on Aug 17, 2012 from Johnny LoweryIt is no secret that people who choose San Francisco Home Care over institutionalized care experience longer and healthier lives. Why are the outcomes so much better when people choose to receive the benefits of home health care over other options? 1. Infection – Nosocomial or hospital ...
Views: 1230 - Choosing the Appropriate Senior Care Facility for Your Loved One - by Submitted on Dec 26, 2012 from Jason CastilloThe health and well-being of our loved ones is always a top priority. As they age, we start to wonder if we can take care of them ourselves or if they already need to stay in a senior care facility. As for the latter, more questions arise such as how you can figure out if they would be better ...
Views: 1102(1 vote) - Caring for Aging Parents: Elder Rage & Alzheimer’s - by Submitted on Jul 08, 2012 from Jacqueline MarcellBy Jacqueline Marcell, Author of ‘Elder Rage’ www.ElderRage.com For eleven years I pleaded with my obstinate elderly father to allow a caregiver to help him with my ailing mother, but after 55 years of loving each other he adamantly insisted on taking care of her himself. Every caregiver I ...
Views: 2272 - Different Types of Dental Problem in Your Teeth - by Submitted on Jun 22, 2012 from Tom littleGums Disease is often a warning of something serious problem, a warning that your body is disagreeable to better itself. Cardinal statesman signs of extravasations gums are: swollen, traumatic or responsive gums; blisters around the gums; appearance of the gums; and the trauma itself that occurs ...
Views: 3219(1 vote) - Nutritional Needs for Older Adults During Times of Stress and Trauma - by Submitted on Jun 18, 2012 from Becky DornerCritical illness or chronic conditions like trauma, injury, burns, wounds, pressure ulcers, major surgery, or sepsis cause a stress response that can result in hypermetabolism, increased catabolism, and loss of lean body mass (LBM). As a result, patients under stress may experience unintended ...
Views: 1348 - Skincare Solutions for a Healthy Skin - by Submitted on Jun 17, 2012 from Jill LeamensAs I'm sure you're well aware, it is important for you to take good care of your skin. The skin is not only the first thing that many people notice about you, it is also a very important part of your overall health. That is why it is so important for you to establish a skincare routine that is ...
Views: 1147 - When Should I Begin Thinking About Home Care For My Parents? - by Submitted on Jul 02, 2012 from Johnny LoweryYou love your parents deeply and dearly; that is why it is so distressing when you begin to worry over their safety and well being when you are not home. You might be wondering, when is it time to begin thinking about in home care? There are some red flags to watch for that can give you an ...
Views: 1211(1 vote) - What is senior Care? - by Submitted on Jul 03, 2012 from Johnny LoweryOne day there will come a time when your mother or father, needs to consider assisted living.There are several signs to look for that can help spot the dangers that may be forthcoming sooner than expected. Bay Area Live inCare or assisted living is a monolithic decision to make for anyone, ...
Views: 1269(1 vote) - A Tool For the Elderly for Home Health Care - "Home Health Compare" - by Submitted on Jun 08, 2012 from Nora WellingtonFor Baby Boomer children and their Elderly loved ones who may need skilled home health care services after hospitalization, Medicare has given us access to a tool to help us in our decision making process. This tool is called "Home Health Compare". It helps families and their loved ones compare ...
Views: 1813 - How At-Home Care Can Lead to a Higher Standard of Healthy Living - by Submitted on Jul 03, 2012 from Johnny LoweryMichigan Parkinson’s Care is a type of health care service in which nurses, therapists, home health aides, homemakers, and more can provide their services in the place where the patient lives. Home health care promotes, maintains, and/or restores a patient's health and reduces the effects of ...
Views: 1128(1 vote) - Tips to Help You and Your Elderly Loved Ones Become Savvy Consumers of Home Health Care - Medicare Skilled Home Health - by Submitted on Jun 01, 2012 from Nora WellingtonThe good news is that the elderly population is growing, and people are living healthy lifestyles. The Census Bureau recorded 39.6 million people aged 65+ year old in 2009. It is estimated that by 2020 this segment of the population will grow to about 55 million. Furthermore the segment of the ...
Views: 1761 - Seniors that Stay Active Stay Healthy! - by Submitted on May 31, 2012 from Tina DesziGive The Gift Of Yourself Ahh retirement, how sweet it is! The time has come when you are It’s a well deserved break from a lifetime of working hard, it offers the freedom and flexibility to pursue passions and hobbies, and so much more. Many Seniors find themselves missing out on regular ...
Views: 1725 - In-Home Caregivers Allow Home Owners To Remain In Their Home Longer - by Submitted on Jul 03, 2012 from Johnny LoweryHouston Home Care assistance refers to having a person, usually working through an agency, come into the home to aid the client with housework, health needs, basic activities like getting dressed and showering, or running errands. The client pays the agency for the services, which then pays the ...
Views: 1202(1 vote) - Finding the Right Home Health Care Agency - by Submitted on Jul 03, 2012 from Johnny LoweryWhen you go to find a babysitter to watch your children when you are away, you do not just hire the first person who applies, unless they are a friend or relative. You do not hire the first person you see because you cannot just trust any stranger with your children; so why should you trust a ...
Views: 1195 - Easily Navigate Medicare Supplemental Plans Online - by Submitted on May 29, 2012 from Kevin GermainAny time you are entering unfamiliar territory it can be confusing. This is never truer than when beginning the enrollment process for Medicare and Medicare Supplemental Insurance. Medigap plans can be confusing. It is important to find information on Medicare Supplemental Insurance where you ...
Views: 1907 - Improving The Quality Of Life One Senior Or Disability At A Time - by Submitted on May 29, 2012 from Kevin GermainOne of the key ingredients in improving the quality of life with someone who is aging or living with a disability to is to create an environment in their home that allows independent mobility. One freedom we take for granted is the ability to move freely about the home and be self-sufficient. ...
Views: 1397 - Overcome problems like crowded or crooked teeth at an early age with Braces South Riding - by Submitted on May 29, 2012 from Lula BelleModern orthodontic treatments can offer timely respite from improper bites and crowded teeth. So, if you're one of those unlucky few suffering since long from not-so-perfect smile, then start looking for an orthodontist who is aware of advanced techniques related to braces treatments. After ...
Views: 1221 - Place Confidence and Reliance on Home Health Care Milwaukee - by Submitted on Dec 31, 1969 from Angie TurnerThere are some strong reasons why experts advocate making use of home health care Milwaukee agencies. Firstly, whenever you keep the elders under such a care, this’s undoubtedly brings a reduction in your stress level. As a result, you end up getting tons of peace of mind which allows you to ...
Views: 1103 - Tips For Providing The Best Care For The Elderly - by Submitted on May 21, 2012 from adam smithAs our parents and relatives age, their bodies and minds begin to deteriorate and don’t work as well as they used to. It is at this time that adequate care is needed in order to ensure that the elderly person remains safe and protected for the remainder of their lives. Providing care, however, ...
Views: 1313 - Your Best Assistant for Home Care in Atlanta - by Submitted on May 18, 2012 from N K SinghSometimes it is really helpful if you get some one to help you in your daily tasks. Moreover you may also want to keep yourself at your home. So what will be the solution for you? There are many solutions about home care in all over the world but if you are from Atlanta then probably you are ...
Views: 1247 - Curved and Straight Stairlifts in Exeter for the Utmost Comfort of Elderly and Less Abled People - by Submitted on May 16, 2012 from Rory MontanaSeniors in Exeter can now have the utmost comfort in their homes and needn’t worry about moving from floor to floor, upstairs or downstairs – stairlifts in Exeter provide solutions as straight and curved stairlifts to facilitate elderly and less abled people by offering stairlifts that help them ...
Views: 1399 - 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: 1495 - 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: 1549 - Is there a contract to sign when signing for home care? - by Submitted on May 08, 2012 from Johnny LoweryWhen someone signs a contract for home health care, they often are in a very emotional state. Maybe their loved one has fallen and can no longer handle everyday chores on their own. No one wants to be dependent, but sometimes it is necessary to have help. Because of the emotions involved in this ...
Views: 1032 - Are you parents ready for senior care? - by Submitted on May 07, 2012 from Johnny LoweryAs adults get older, it is highly likely they will begin to experience a hard time providing themselves with care and other basic necessities. Although aging is nothing to be afraid of, it can be hard to live the same way you have once lived before. Growing older means your body becomes less ...
Views: 1187(1 vote) - 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: 1539 - Cosmetic Dentistry: Repairing Ruined Teeth with Crowns - by Submitted on May 04, 2012 from Steven RobbinsWhile some people could have Tooth issues from birth, a lot of the dental care deformities occur due to dental accidents, calcium deficiencies or dentistry decay. These days, a lot of techniques may be found in modern dental treatment to improve the way we smile. Teeth caps are employed to give ...
Views: 1409 - Know All About Senior Care in Atlanta - by Submitted on May 04, 2012 from N K SinghWhen parents are aging, and it becomes really difficult for them to perform their everyday routine activities, they begin to get worried. Their kids also get concerned as well. Busy schedules of the children of these parents may not give them time to pay proper attention to Mom and Dad’s needs. ...
Views: 1022 - Senior independent living Facilities Gaining Popularity among Elderly People - by Submitted on May 04, 2012 from larne btulaWhen you reach the age of retirement you start looking out for the place where you are going to spend your golden retirement years. Most of the individuals used to live with their children. And there are a few who went to stay in retirement homes where they basically rented a room and waited ...
Views: 1376 - What Support Services are Available for Caregivers? - by Submitted on Apr 30, 2012 from Johnny LoweryCaregivers often have a thankless job that leaves them tired and stressed out. Being a caregiver is a noble profession, but one that can burn you out quickly. It is important that you get the support that you need when you are a caregiver so that you are able to provide for your patient and ...
Views: 931(1 vote) - Getting Respite Care From an Adult Day Care Facility - by Submitted on Apr 26, 2012 from Steve RobertsOften caregivers need a little extra support when taking care of loved ones, and just having a bit of time off during the week can make all the difference. One of the best choices for temporary care is to use an adult day care facility, which caters for seniors and adults with disabilities or ...
Views: 1331(1 vote) - Options for Senior Safety Products and Bathroom Products - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2012 from agnes celinaIn your bathroom shower is a joy for most of the people however if a senior or elder person is taking shower in bathroom this shower become dangerous and impossible. To avoid this kind of situation even if showeris over bathtub so that elder will hold it whenever they will slip. However, there ...
Views: 1977 - Making Use of Hospice Care - by Submitted on Apr 22, 2012 from Thad SeperHospice care is a true blessing for families that have a member at the end of their life. A hospice facility is dedicated to the palliative care of the terminally ill. Hospice care recognizes that life does not go on indefinitely, and provides patients with care options that will alleviate the ...
Views: 979 - Examples of Assisted Living Services - by Submitted on Apr 22, 2012 from Frederic FoorMy brother works as the head chef of an assisted living care center. It's a very large and well-known assisted living care center that has an assisted living center in various locations in various states. This type of assisted living care center is great because the services are organized and ...
Views: 1085 - Seniors At Home Living Safely With Handicap Modifications - by Submitted on Apr 20, 2012 from Kevin GermainWhen life deals a blow to the quality of life one is leading what can be done to keep and create independence in the home environment. The fact that we or someone we know will become disabled at some point or another is a vast reality. How the event is handled to ensure that proper care is ...
Views: 996 - Living With Assistance - by Submitted on Apr 17, 2012 from Brett TagleAssisted living facilities are widely available in all states nowadays. Assisted living provides care for a senior who cannot care for their daily needs, but does not need a nursing home. A senior in assisted living communities will still have their independence, but will also have the care that ...
Views: 911 - Who needs senior care? - by Submitted on Jul 03, 2012 from Johnny LoweryThere comes a time when a person may not be able to fully take care of him or herself like they once did. As time goes on and people age, mobility as well as mental clarity may become more limited. It can become dangerous for someone in this condition to be left alone for long periods of time. ...
Views: 860(1 vote) - Keeping Seniors Fit: How Health Care Professionals Can Assist Older Adults to Avoid Sarcopenia - by Submitted on Apr 13, 2012 from Becky DornerHealth care professionals who care for older adults can help prevent and treat Sarcopenia Approximately 45% of the older adults in the U.S. are affected by sarcopenia, the progressive loss of muscle mass, function, quality, and strength driven by the aging process (1). Sarcopenia can lead to ...
Views: 1235 - The Basics about Senior Home Care - by Submitted on Apr 13, 2012 from Jessica PontelAging can be a huge inconvenience to anyone, which may eventually lead to needing extra help. Senior home care is the best decision. This would provide help for many household needs such as cooking and cleaning. Depending upon the level of independence, your loved one can receive help with ...
Views: 889 - Home Health Care Keeps Seniors Home - by Submitted on Apr 13, 2012 from Jessica PontelThere are many things that seniors enjoy. They often enjoy the benefits of their life long work. They also enjoy their independence. As they age, many of their loved ones worry about their ability to stay in their home alone. Rather than give up their independence, they will investigate the ...
Views: 909 - Planning for Your Parents Future Needs - by Submitted on Apr 12, 2012 from C.J. MackeyFor many aging seniors who are starting to need extra help, moving in with your children is not a viable or desired option. Unfortunately, sometimes parents and children do not want to think about the inevitable and do not talk about what plans the parents have or have not made. Whether your ...
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