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Tips for Caring for a Bedridden Aging Parent

Tips for Caring for a Bedridden Aging Parent

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By Jay Mehta, 9:00 am on February 20, 2024

Seniors are often bedridden while recovering from injuries or living with conditions that impact their mobility. To increase your senior parent’s recovery odds and reduce his or her distress, you should provide empathy, gain knowledge about your elderly loved one’s condition, and develop a high-quality care plan. When your parent is confined to bed, consider …

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How to Care for the Skin Properly in the Golden Years

How to Care for the Skin Properly in the Golden Years

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By Jay Mehta, 9:00 am on February 19, 2024

Proper skin care during the golden years is essential. The skin is the body’s first line of defense against infections. As people age, immune function decreases, making them more susceptible to bacterial infections caused by breaks in the skin. Here are some essentials of proper skin care during the golden years.  Hydrate Frequently Older adults …

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5 Reasons Seniors Should Have Consistent Caregivers

5 Reasons Seniors Should Have Consistent Caregivers

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By Jay Mehta, 9:00 am on February 16, 2024

When you’re caring for a senior loved one, you can set up a schedule with multiple caregivers or select just one or two caregivers to provide care. Instead of having rotating caregivers who follow different routines, it’s important for seniors to have consistent caregivers they can feel comfortable and safe with. Here are a few …

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What’s the Best Diet for Seniors with Arthritis?

What’s the Best Diet for Seniors with Arthritis?

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By Jay Mehta, 9:00 am on February 9, 2024

Proper nutrition is vital for seniors with arthritis because it can alleviate symptoms. Therefore, the elderly need to adopt healthy eating habits and stay away from foods that harm their physical health as well as their mental and emotional wellbeing. Below you’ll find some healthy dietary choices for seniors and the benefits each option provides …

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5 Tests that Indicate a Senior Might Have Dementia

5 Tests that Indicate a Senior Might Have Dementia

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By Jay Mehta, 9:00 am on February 8, 2024

When an aging loved one begins exhibiting unusual cognitive deficits, family members are wise to take the individual to a healthcare provider to undergo evaluation. Initially, the senior will undergo a physical examination. The physician will then perform or order a series of tests to identify the underlying cause and determine if the individual is …

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Mental Exercises for the Elderly

Mental Exercises for the Elderly

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By Jay Mehta, 9:00 am on February 7, 2024

Older adults are advised to continue being active throughout their lives by engaging in physical exercise. To maintain cognitive health, the brain also needs routine exercise. Stimulating various regions of the brain encourages the development of new communication pathways between neurons.    Rubik’s Cube The Rubik’s Cube has been around a long time and continues …

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5 Ways to Make a Senior Loved One Feel Useful

5 Ways to Make a Senior Loved One Feel Useful

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By Jay Mehta, 9:00 am on February 6, 2024

Seniors can sometimes lose their sense of purpose as they age. Your aging loved one may worry he or she is becoming irrelevant after retirement, or a new health condition may cause a loss of independence. Using these strategies can make it clear to your loved one that he or she is valuable to your …

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7 Tips for Caring for a Parent with Alzheimer’s Disease

7 Tips for Caring for a Parent with Alzheimer’s Disease

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By Jay Mehta, 9:00 am on February 5, 2024

Caring for senior loved ones with Alzheimer’s can present many challenges for family caregivers, but establishing helpful strategies could make the role less difficult. For advice, you can speak with your loved one’s medical provider in addition to family members and friends who have gone through similar situations. Below are some examples of tips to …

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Does Parkinson’s Cause Personality Changes in Seniors?

Does Parkinson’s Cause Personality Changes in Seniors?

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By Jay Mehta, 9:00 am on February 2, 2024

The symptoms of a neurological condition can vary from person to person, with some individuals experiencing issues that others don’t. When it comes to Parkinson’s disease, personality changes are common, disrupting the way older adults respond to family and friends or how they handle daily tasks. Below are some of the personality changes seniors with …

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5 Tips for Showing Respect to Your Aging Parent

5 Tips for Showing Respect to Your Aging Parent

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By Jay Mehta, 9:00 am on January 26, 2024

Seniors have taught so many valuable lessons over the years, and they need to be praised and appreciated instead of neglected. Showing respect is a great way to let an elderly loved one know how much he or she means to your family. Here are some of the ways family caregivers can show respect to …

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