A trip to the hospital, especially if it is unexpected, can be overwhelming for you and your family. As you and your medical team focus on your treatment while in the hospital, you may not be thinking about what happens when it’s time to go home. However, your transition out of the hospital is crucial […]
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The frustration of sleep deprivation or insomnia is a common occurrence for many, but for seniors a good night’s sleep can be particularly evasive. In fact, the National Sleep Foundation found in a 2003 poll that an astounding 44% of older adults reported they had experienced symptoms of insomnia twice a week or more. So
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A Home Safety Checklist to Use When Visiting Aging Loved Ones When it comes to aging relatives, a lot can change in the space of a few months or since the last time we last saw them. You may notice that your loved one’s health or cognitive status has declined, or that they seem more
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It is important for all of us to do our best to stay healthy during the flu season. People 65 and older who pick up the flu virus run a greater risk of developing more serious complications than younger adults; so it is especially important to take precautionary measures to avoid the bug! We’ve put
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Have you noticed that your parent seems to have lost their interest in eating or doesn’t seem to be eating on a regular basis? Perhaps you’ve noticed that ice cream and cereal are the only two foods you find in the kitchen? While it is common for metabolism and appetite to change as we age,
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Nearly half of all adults over age 65 have been diagnosed with Arthritis or a related condition. Arthritis causes pain and fatigue that can slow down one’s life and lead to inactivity or isolation for those who are suffering. The good news is that there are some steps you or your loved one can take
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It is important to take care of our minds as well our bodies as we age. Though most seniors are in good mental health, many older adults are at risk of developing neurological and mental health disorders, especially dementia and depression. Ways to Improve Brain Function The good news is that regardless of your age,
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When Annie’s husband, Dennis, passed away she was initially overcome with sorrow. For five years Dennis had suffered from Alzheimer’s, and Annie, 78, had been his loving primary caregiver. He was the focus of her life just as he had been for over 50 years. Now that Dennis was gone Annie suddenly felt lost and
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For women—and seniors in particular—the risk of heart problems is often overlooked. February is American Heart Month, and it is an important reminder to take steps toward reducing our risk of heart disease. Anna has been a Seniors At Home client for several years. In November she was alone when she had a heart attack,
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Mary, a retired teacher, lives by herself. Recently widowed, she was finding it increasingly difficult to maintain her independence. Her two adult children were busy with work and their young families and Mary began to wonder at times why she was still around. Mary’s medical problems began to worsen and the 78-year-old didn’t want to
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