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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.
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.
Seniors and Isolation
Isolation can lead to loneliness and a decrease in mental and physical ability. However, isolation is not inevitable and there are many ways to combat isolation as we age.
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?
How to Diagnose as a Layperson – “Does My Mom Have Dementia?”
In order to tell if your parents’ new behavior could be signs of dementia, it’s important to know what to look for. There are a few basic symptoms that will help you determine if you need to seek professional advice.
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.
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