It’s becoming apparent that it isn’t safe for Dad to remain at home alone, and so naturally, you know just where to turn for answers, right? No? Rest assured – there are many, many others in your situation. Millions of Americans are encountering the same concern, and most people don’t …
In our last blog post, we outlined some age-related issues that can keep older adults from eating well, but what about when poor eating behaviors contribute to cognitive impairment? Malnourishment in older individuals is more common than you may think. As stated by the National Resource on Nutrition, Physical Activity, …
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As a neurodegenerative disease, ALS (also known as Lou Gehrig’s Disease) can bring about a multitude of physical concerns that can lead to clinical depression. For those providing in-home care for ALS patients, it can be easy to become overwhelmed and be unsure how to best help the person live …
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After recovering from heart surgery, an intricate web of care needs occurs, from dietary changes to incision care, pain management, swelling reduction, and more. The last thing an older adult wants after returning home from such a difficult event is to face the need for rehospitalization.
What a relief it is when the medical personnel informs you that your elderly loved one is ready to be released from the hospital to return home following surgery. But as they hand you that packet of discharge paperwork and directions, some anxiety may begin to creep in. Will your …
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Have you dealt with discomfort or tightness in your joints as a result of periods of inactivity or excessive use? Perhaps you are affected by osteoarthritis (OA), the most typical type of arthritis. So, what’s happening inside your body? The breakdown of cartilage results in friction of the bones, contributing …
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Osteoarthritis (OA) affects nearly 27 million Americans, making it the most wide-spread type of arthritis. Arthritis pain is a primary reason behind work disability and decreased quality of life and health. Yet, managing osteoarthritis doesn’t mean only popping pills to reduce the pain. There are various alternative techniques to control …
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As they say, you are what you eat, and for people with kidney disease, it is even more important that a proper nutritional plan be adhered to in order to minimize symptoms, such as nausea, pain, swelling and more. A kidney-healthy diet may even slow down the progression of the …
Itching. Hiccups. Loss of appetite. Sleep problems. These are just a few of the seemingly harmless warning signs that might signal kidney disease. And with approximately 20 million people in the U.S. contending with the disease, and many more undiagnosed, it’s important to bring any troublesome signs to the attention …
As you go through the varied periods of your life, your levels of independence can take on different meanings. They can be significant stages, such as leaving your parents’ home or getting married, or smaller stages, such as accomplishing tasks you didn’t think you could do. Then later, as you …
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