How To Protect Seniors Against Scams
According to the National Council on Aging financial scams that target the elderly are extremelyprevalent. These crimes are devastating to seniors and leave them little opportunity to recover theirlosses. In …
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Watch Out for Caregiver Burnout
Taking care of an elderly loved one is a full time job that can quickly exhaust you. Even if you have only been a caregiver for short time it is …
Things that are Cheaper in Retirement
As individuals age one of the topics that many individuals worry about is their finances. In particular many aging adults are concerned about whether they will have enough money to …
Signs of a UTI
Urinary Tract Infections (UTI) are a common and painful issue that older individuals face. Most UTIs are caused by bacteria from your bowels that enter other parts of your body. …
Home Additions for Aging Adults
As our loved ones age seemingly innocuous areas in their house, like stairs or doorways, can become dangerous obstacles. It is important that as our loved ones age or return …
Treatments for Prostate Cancer
About 1 in every 7 men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer in their lifetime. In 2016 it isestimated that over 180,000 people will be diagnosed with prostate cancer and …
Treating Pain in Elderly Patients
A large proportion of the elderly go untreated and undertreated for pain. Unfortunately thereare several potential negative outcomes on their health and quality of life when the elderly do notreceive …
The Importance Of Downsizing and Decluttering For The Elderly
Part of the natural course of aging may involve downsizing as aging adults move to a smaller home or anursing home. Downsizing can be very difficult as items that many …
Vaccines That Protect The Elderly
According to the CDC about 90% of deaths from the flu occur in individuals over the age of 65. Several steps can be taken to protect the elderly from the …
Is Your Elderly Loved One Getting Enough Exercise?
Obesity is a growing epidemic threatening the health of millions of Americans. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention 34.9% of Adults in America are obese and the …