May is Stroke Awareness Month
Knowing the symptoms of stroke may very well save your life or that of a loved one. All caregivers and senior helpers should know the signs. The FAST system is a quick way to recognize whether it is a sign of a stroke.
Medication Management for Older Adults
Although medications do often help maintain health and well-being, studies have repeatedly shown that many older adults end up suffering from problems related to medication.
10 Common Health Issues Among Seniors, and What You Should Know
Everyone ages! You can’t stop it so why not focus on maintaining your own health? Eat well. Exercise often. Drink plenty of water daily and lastly, get enough sleep. These four are critical avenues to healthy living.
Osteoarthritis
Every year, 27 million Americans are diagnosed with osteoarthritis, or OA. This is usually caused by everyday wear and tear on our joints, and services for seniors often involve education in this area. Though people of any age can develop arthritis, osteoarthritis is most often seen among the elderly. Caregivers definitely report that many of their clients experience it regularly.
Sleep and Aging
Sleep is a vital physiological process needed to maintain a healthy mind and body. As we continue to age, our ability to sleep decreases. Seniors over the age of 65 who live in their own homes reportedly had less insomnia than those living in a senior care facility.
All You Need is Love
In addition to being American Heart Month, February is also home to Valentine’s Day, as we know. But how much do we know about the history of this day? Sure, we shower our seniors and caregivers with flowers and candy, but why?