Many seniors or their loved ones are concerned about the rising cost of senior care. It can be confusing to research the various types of elder care services that are available and the differences in senior living options without some understanding of the common medical care terms used. There are a number of different types […]
Watching as someone you love struggles with a terminal illness is heartbreaking. While you naturally don’t want to think about losing someone that you love, it is also important to remember that you play a valuable role in protecting their dignity and comfort at this stage in their life. Right now, you are trying to […]
Medicare and Medicaid are two insurance programs run by the government. They were created in the year 1965 by President Lyndon Johnson’s under his programs for great society. The two programs ensured that Americans of low income or senior citizens could access private health insurance. The Medicare and Medicaid program share the financial burden of […]
Aging slows us down, and surgeries can make things even more difficult for seniors. Suddenly, activities of daily life can seem impossible to accomplish. Home care after surgery is incredibly important. Not only does it encourage things like proper muscle function and prevent wound infection, but it also keeps the person safe and helps keep […]
The World Health Organization’s latest figures show that dementia disease affects more than 50 million people in the world today. Over ten million new cases are reported each year. Alzheimer’s disease is the most common form of dementia. Dementia typically affects the elderly. And with the average life expectancy increasing, more and more people are […]
Some seniors desire to stay in their own homes as they age. There are times when it might become necessary for a senior who lives at home to get some assistance with certain personal care, other activities and lighter household chores. When the person does not need skilled nursing care, they may still benefit from […]
The costs of in-home care for seniors coming in at around $6,000 or $7,500 per month, according to a recent Bank Rate article. Understandably, many families who face this financial challenge feel ill-equipped to handle this burden. If you have found yourself in this predicament, either for your own care or that of an elderly […]
Aging is a natural process that everybody will face sooner or later. And while the later years are often fulfilling and exciting, they can also bring physical and psychological changes. Scientists have spent many years studying the physical health of the elderly, but the links between aging & mental health are just now starting to […]
Some seniors living at home are no longer able to drive a vehicle due to health or other conditions. If you are currently in charge of taking care of an elderly parent or if your senior relative is living alone far from any nearby family members, special arrangements should be made to ensure that the […]
Contrary to the old adage, seniors don’t need less sleep than younger people. The cleansing and rejuvenating power of quality rest is critical to everyone’s good health. However, seniors may find that there are more issues getting in the way of a good night’s sleep, including anxiety, pain and an increased need to urinate. Here […]