What Causes Seniors to Wheeze?
Wheezing is a symptom that people of any age might experience, but it can be particularly frustrating or even upsetting for aging adults. In seniors, wheezing might be an indication that they’re dealing with another health issue that needs to be resolved. Understanding what wheezing is and what the possible causes are can help with […]
Understanding Cardiovascular-Kidney-Metabolic Syndrome in Seniors
It’s common knowledge that the body changes with age, and these changes may have an effect on general health. Cardiovascular-Kidney-Metabolic Syndrome (CKM Syndrome) is one of the comorbid health conditions—meaning there is more than one disease or condition within the body at the same time—that seniors may have. This syndrome includes a number of illnesses […]
Why Your Mom Shouldn’t Be Alone At Home After A Stroke
If your mom recently had a stroke and she’s planning on recovering at home, it’s important that she isn’t alone during her recovery period. According to the American Stroke Association approximately 1 in 4 people who have a stroke will have another stroke. And the most common period for the second stroke to happen is […]
How to Take Care of Your Heart as You Age
Creating a heart-healthy routine should be the focus of everyone, including seniors. As your loved one gets older they may start to focus more on heart health, and this is something that should be encouraged. If your loved one needs to develop a heart-healthy routine, elder care can be there to support their efforts. Here […]
Seven Ways 24-hour Home Care Helps Seniors with Progressive Illnesses
Facing a progressive illness is incredibly difficult, especially for seniors. It is challenging both emotionally and physically. Seniors who want to age in place for as long as they can may worry that they won’t be able to do so if their health worsens. But 24-hour home care offers a solution that allows seniors the […]
Unraveling the Mystery of Swollen Ankles in Seniors
Although swollen ankles may seem like a frequent and unimportant problem, for elderly people, this seemingly benign ailment may be a warning sign of more serious health issues. Our bodies change as we get older, and it’s important to pay attention to even the slightest symptoms in order to maintain our general health. We’ll explore […]
Five Ways to Help a Senior Cancer Patient Reduce Side Effects from Treatment
When seniors are battling cancer, they often deal with side effects that range from mildly unpleasant to seriously uncomfortable. Helping them to manage these issues well can take a lot of effort and energy. Being able to turn to home care services for assistance can make the task easier for everyone involved. Encourage Sunscreen Use […]
How Can Families Help a Senior with Incontinence?
So many health issues and age-related changes can lead to incontinence for seniors. The big problem is that because this is an embarrassing problem, many seniors don’t want to talk about what’s going on until it’s an unavoidable topic. Home care assistance can help seniors and their families to deal with incontinence in a dignified […]
4 Tips to Help Seniors Manage Lupus
May is Lupus Awareness Month and it’s a good time for seniors and their family members to learn more about how Lupus affects seniors and how seniors can manage their Lupus flares. Typically Lupus is diagnosed when people are younger, but one study found that almost 20% of the people diagnosed with Lupus in a […]