Life is truly an amazing gift of its own. But we all have to age with life whether we want to or not. This can be one of the hardest parts in life. There are signs an aging relative may need help that you can look for. Sometimes [...]
December 14, 2011
What Is Elder Abuse?
Everyone knows that it can be difficult to deal with and take care of an aging family member. Dealing with senior citizens is never easy and takes a lot of patience and compassion. Unfortunately, some people at this task and wind up mistreating the elderly. This happens all of the time in home environments, nursing [...]
November 30, 2011
How to keep Elderly Women and Their Purses safe.
We have all seen it. An elderly woman in a store, purse left unattended in the basket while she is looking for cake mixes! This is the easiest way thieves get their hands on purses. Next thing you know she is the victim, has her purse taken, and she is frantic. Her credit cards are [...]
November 17, 2011
Alzheimer’s Care
I have heard this statement so many times, My Mother doesn’t have Alzheimer’s BUT Ask yourself these questions can your mother describe what happened yesterday? Can she remember what she had for breakfast? Most of the time the answers are no. Predicted to be the epidemic of the twenty-first century, Alzheimer’s is a ticking time [...]
November 11, 2011
Hip Surgery and Care
If you missed the first part of Recovery from hip surgery click here http://www.seniorhomecareusa.com/elder-health-issues/prepare-for-hip-surgery/ After Hip surgery Blood Clots and Anticoagulants You may be given a blood thinner to help avoid blood clots in your legs. You might have to take it for three to six weeks depending on the individual situation. Be sure and [...]
October 27, 2011
Prepare for Hip Surgery
Prepare for Hip Surgery Are you or your loved one about to go in for hip surgery? Safety Precautions for Avoiding Falls Most hospitals falls occur the first few days after admission when people may be unsure of their surroundings. Here are some suggestions, which may help prevent falls during your hospitalization. Get out [...]
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