Understanding CPR
We encourage all of our clients to have discussions with their family and physicians about how they want to be cared for, and what treatments they are willing to accept, as their health changes.
Aging Seniors and Healthy Nutrition
As we age, our bodies start to change. Our autoimmune system isn’t as strong, our bones get fragile, we get sick faster and our memory starts to fade. Nutrition is a key ingredient to keeping your body the best it can be.
How to Reduce the Risk of Falls
When your elderly loved ones reach a certain age, it’s important to pay closer to their daily routine to make sure that they are still living safely. This often includes checking in with them about their diet, exercise routine, and making sure that they are prescribed the proper medication.
When to Seek Medical Advice for Elderly Parents
One of the most common questions asked in the geriatric industry is not how to begin care, but when to begin care. At what point do common symptoms of the everyday cold or illness begin to require more in-depth attention?
Wandering and Dementia
When a person begins to wander, it is essential that they are not left unsupervised. For more information on how to keep someone with dementia safe, please contact Senior Alternatives.
Symptoms of a Heart Attack
The warning signs for a heart attack are not the same for everyone. Many heart attacks can start slowly with mild or no pain. In this blog, we will explore how the symptoms differ for men and women, and what to do if you experience these symptoms.