Dental Care and the Elderly
Poor oral hygiene increases the risk of infections and disease causing bacteria that can spread throughout the body. This also elevates the danger of heart disease and strokes.
When it’s No Longer Safe for Your Parents to Drive
One of the most difficult conversations you may have with an aging parent is confronting their diminishing ability to drive.
Engaging your Elderly Relatives During the Holidays
If you have family members who are suffering from dementia or other physical or mental ailments, it’s important to prepare your entire family for their growing needs and to anticipate possible problems that could arise.
After a Hospital Stay – the Next Steps
Whether it be to a rehabilitation center (rehab), back home, or a skilled nursing facility, the more you know about the process, the better prepared you will be to manage the transition successfully.
Is Depression Inevitable as We Age?
Geriatric professionals, such as Care Managers, possess the tools to accurately assess if your parent or loved is depressed, or if they are at risk of depression. Remember that it is never too early to investigate symptoms or to seek the advice of a professional.
Health Care Terms and Definitions (POLST)
POLST was adopted in California in 2009. This is a voluntary form, which must be signed by you (or your agent) and your physician and indicates the types of life-sustaining treatment you do or do not want if you become seriously ill. Your physician will be able to provide this form for you.