When the weather starts to cool down we know the flu season is coming. Getting the flu is tough at any age; however, for some the flu can cause horrible complications. The flu in the elderly, for example, can lead to severe, life-threatening conditions. So, it’s essential to take extra steps and put preventative measures […]
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Low energy levels in the elderly are very common, and many people assume that there isn’t much we can really do much about. However, this is a common misconception. No matter your loved one’s age they can still have the vibrant feeling they felt in their youth. The first step is to understand the factors […]
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The holiday season is coming upon us. Now is the time to start prepping! The holiday season can be stressful and overwhelming; this is especially true for those who need extra care. Caregiving during the holidays can be tricky because you want to ensure your loved one is having an enjoyable time, but also want […]
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Long-distance relationships are very difficult as they require extra attention and effort. Long-distance caregiving is no exception. Planning and coordinating everything from finding the right doctors and caregivers to staying up-to-date about your loved one’s condition can be overwhelming. While this is true, its essential to ensure they’re properly taken care of. Tips for long-distance […]
We all want that feeling of getting out of bed well rested after a great night’s sleep. However, for older adults getting adequate sleep is a struggle. As adequate sleep is required to rejuvenate the body, it’s important to know the best options to treat insomnia. Let’s take a look at insomnia and the options […]
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Still ringing true today, Thomas Edison’s words hold special meaning regarding the cause and a cure for Alzheimer’s disease, “I have not failed 10,000 times. I have not failed once. I have succeeded in proving that those 10,000 ways will not work. When I have eliminated the ways that will not work, I will find […]
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It is common to deal with sleep problems, fatigue, and/or loss of appetite in later years and often they’re written off as causes of aging. Yet for around 8 million adults over age 65, these symptoms could be suggestive of mental illness. Mental illness in seniors usually goes unnoticed for a variety of reasons. A small percentage of […]
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While elder abuse is something that we would never expect to occur, it’s a tragically common occurrence in the U.S. Elder abuse occurs in many forms, from physical, emotional, or neglect. Because elder abuse is often a silent problem, it’s essential for families and friends of seniors to be aware of the signs of elder […]
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Helping seniors stay healthy and safe is the main goal of our Charlotte, NC senior care professionals. For this reason, it’s essential that we discuss a difficult topic, elder abuse. The CDC estimates that around 500,000 older adults are abused or neglected every year in the U.S. and many other cases are unreported each year. As […]
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Phone scams geared toward the elderly are nothing new, with an astonishing $36 billion lost each year to financial abuse. Con artists are always doing their best to create new scams to swindle money. Older adults specifically are constant targets of con artists, for a number of reasons. Check out the latest phone scam to be […]
Preparing your Senior Loved One for Flu Season
/in Uncategorized /by John ChapmanWhen the weather starts to cool down we know the flu season is coming. Getting the flu is tough at any age; however, for some the flu can cause horrible complications. The flu in the elderly, for example, can lead to severe, life-threatening conditions. So, it’s essential to take extra steps and put preventative measures […]
Energy Levels in the Elderly
/in Senior's Health and Safety /by John ChapmanLow energy levels in the elderly are very common, and many people assume that there isn’t much we can really do much about. However, this is a common misconception. No matter your loved one’s age they can still have the vibrant feeling they felt in their youth. The first step is to understand the factors […]
Caregiving During the Holidays
/in Senior's Health and Safety /by John ChapmanThe holiday season is coming upon us. Now is the time to start prepping! The holiday season can be stressful and overwhelming; this is especially true for those who need extra care. Caregiving during the holidays can be tricky because you want to ensure your loved one is having an enjoyable time, but also want […]
Long-Distance Caregiving
/in Benefits of Home Care, Home Care Information, Senior's Health and Safety /by John ChapmanLong-distance relationships are very difficult as they require extra attention and effort. Long-distance caregiving is no exception. Planning and coordinating everything from finding the right doctors and caregivers to staying up-to-date about your loved one’s condition can be overwhelming. While this is true, its essential to ensure they’re properly taken care of. Tips for long-distance […]
Insomnia in the Elderly
/in Disease/Disorder Support, Senior's Health and Safety /by John ChapmanWe all want that feeling of getting out of bed well rested after a great night’s sleep. However, for older adults getting adequate sleep is a struggle. As adequate sleep is required to rejuvenate the body, it’s important to know the best options to treat insomnia. Let’s take a look at insomnia and the options […]
The Potential Alzheimer’s Cause We May Have Been Missing
/in Alzheimer's & Dementia Care, Disease/Disorder Support /by John ChapmanStill ringing true today, Thomas Edison’s words hold special meaning regarding the cause and a cure for Alzheimer’s disease, “I have not failed 10,000 times. I have not failed once. I have succeeded in proving that those 10,000 ways will not work. When I have eliminated the ways that will not work, I will find […]
Is It Just a Case of the Blues? Mental Illness in Seniors Is More Common Than You May Think
/in Disease/Disorder Support, Senior's Health and Safety /by John ChapmanIt is common to deal with sleep problems, fatigue, and/or loss of appetite in later years and often they’re written off as causes of aging. Yet for around 8 million adults over age 65, these symptoms could be suggestive of mental illness. Mental illness in seniors usually goes unnoticed for a variety of reasons. A small percentage of […]
Tips on Recognizing the Signs of Elder Abuse
/in Senior's Health and Safety /by John ChapmanWhile elder abuse is something that we would never expect to occur, it’s a tragically common occurrence in the U.S. Elder abuse occurs in many forms, from physical, emotional, or neglect. Because elder abuse is often a silent problem, it’s essential for families and friends of seniors to be aware of the signs of elder […]
Is Your Senior Loved One at Risk for Elder Abuse?
/in Senior's Health and Safety /by John ChapmanHelping seniors stay healthy and safe is the main goal of our Charlotte, NC senior care professionals. For this reason, it’s essential that we discuss a difficult topic, elder abuse. The CDC estimates that around 500,000 older adults are abused or neglected every year in the U.S. and many other cases are unreported each year. As […]
The Latest in Helping Elderly Parents Avoid Phone Scams
/in Senior's Health and Safety /by John ChapmanPhone scams geared toward the elderly are nothing new, with an astonishing $36 billion lost each year to financial abuse. Con artists are always doing their best to create new scams to swindle money. Older adults specifically are constant targets of con artists, for a number of reasons. Check out the latest phone scam to be […]