Influenza and pneumonia are especially common in seniors during colder months. Some symptoms are similar to those of the common cold, and can be mistaken for the super flu. We share key signs of pneumonia and influenza, and how to prevent symptoms.
Help your elderly loved ones feel included during the holiday season with senior-friendly winter activities. Cooking with family or knitting with friends are great past times for the elderly during colder months. We share some fun holiday activities for seniors and their loved ones.
Seniors are at risk of developing heart diseases, such as coronary artery disease (CAD), cardiomyopathy, and arrhythmia. Older loved ones must undergo regular screening to detect cardiovascular diseases. We share some of the most common types of cardiovascular diseases in the elderly.
Seniors with dementia may feel loss of appetite and refuse to eat. Caregivers must proceed with empathy and compassion to encourage seniors with dementia to eat more. We outline a few tips caregivers can use to make meal times easier for their elderly clients with dementia.
While seniors with mobility issues may not be able to accomplish as many tasks as they once could, they can still maintain some level of independence with the help of a caregiver. We consider some activities seniors with mobility issues can still enjoy with their caregiver.
It can be hard to convince your elderly loved one to let go of their possessions. They may be deeply attached to everything in their home, yet clutter can cause accidental falls and slippage. We share a few tips to help talk to your aging parents about decluttering their homes.
Signs of Parkinson’s disease in the elderly may go undetected or unnoticed, and are often dismissed as signs of old age. Symptoms like loss of appetite, constipation, and memory loss can be confused for other disorders. We outline key signs of Parkinson’s disease and emphasize the importance of early detection.
The digestive or gastrointestinal system slows down with age. Seniors may report having trouble swallowing, irritation in their gut, and may have prolonged constipation. We consider how age-related factors effect the gastrointestinal system, and best practices to offset issues in digestion.
Seniors may be susceptible to falls or injury when bathing. A caregiver can ensure that bath safety measures are put in place for vulnerable seniors, such as non-slip mats and balance rods. We share a few bath safety tips to help keep seniors safe in the bath.
As colder weather approaches, seniors are at greater risk of sustaining injury from icy walkways and falling leaves. Families and caregivers must take precautions to protect seniors during the fall. We share a few autumn safety tips to help seniors feel safe inside and outside their homes.
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