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Tips for Alzheimer’s Care

April 19, 2012

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Hello, You’re here because your worried, scared and you feel alone. You’re  not I have collected some articles on tips and advice for Alzheimer’s Care. Click here, pick one that relates to your situation. http://www.scoop.it/t/alzheimer-s-care-for-aging-parents Come back and send me an email or call if you have any questions         Sit down [...]

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What Is Elder Abuse?

December 14, 2011

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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 [...]

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Alzheimer’s Care

November 17, 2011

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 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 [...]

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Hip Surgery and Care

November 11, 2011

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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 [...]

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Prepare for Hip Surgery

October 27, 2011

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  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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Recovering After Hip Surgery

October 25, 2011

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Old age can bring about a number of different issues that take a toll on the body. One of the biggest issues that senior citizen have to deal with is arthritis. Arthritis can inflame many joints in the body leading to pain that can be almost unbearable. Chronic hip pain is a major sign of [...]

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