Identifying whether or not you need home health care starts with knowing exactly what it is. Home health care provides a wide range of different services to be given in your home to help with illness or injury. Home health care can be just as effective as health care received in the hospital, as well […]
Often times after hospital visits for surgeries or semi-serious illnesses it’s hard to get back on our feet. We want to feel better, have independence, and move as we used to, but it’s easier said than done. It takes a lot of time, work , and effort to feel good again. Everyone’s bodies are in […]
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Senior isolation is unfortunately common and only increases as the population grows. Senior isolation causes a decrease in mental and physical health, as well as taking a toll on the energy and overall attitude of an individual and increases the risk of mortality. The best way to prevent senior isolation is to promote social health […]
Downsizing Tips For Seniors Selling your home and moving can be overwhelming for anyone, but it can be more of a challenge for an older adult. When you’re moving from the family home to a new smaller residence, sorting through years of accumulated possessions can be tough. However, with the right plan, it is possible to […]
Many people may not know what palliative care is or what it can do for them, and in some situations receiving this kind of care is an option worth pursuing. Palliative care focuses on the relief of symptoms for the patient, as well as any pain, or physical and mental stress that are caused by […]
Swallowing problems are more common in the elderly Swallowing — it sounds simple. However, it’s a complex process requiring many nerves and muscles to work in harmony. Normally, the muscles in your throat contract to move liquids and foods from your mouth to your stomach. But sometimes, liquids and food have trouble getting to your […]
Managing medications is a complex and challenging task for aging adults. Many older people are managing multiple conditions with multiple medications. Juggling what to take, when to take it and how much to take can be overwhelming, and in some cases a matter of life or death. The bottom line—the more drugs you take, the […]
Are you a pet lover? Then you probably already know that pets make great companions. However, you might be surprised to find out pets can provide a multitude of health benefits as well. This is especially true for older adults. Pets can improve their health and well being—helping them live healthier, longer and happier lives. […]
Tips In Preparing For Surgery Undergoing surgery can be scary. Whether that fear is from feeling like the control is out of your hands, the overall outcome, or just not knowing what to expect, going into a surgery worried and afraid isn’t going to help anything. In fact, it may just hurt a speedy recovery. […]
