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Fall Risks for Seniors: What Caregivers Can Do to Prevent Them
Too many seniors are injured as a result of falls. Learn what caregivers and seniors can do to reduce the risk of falling. Believe it or not the CDC (cdc.gov) has found that the leading cause of death and injury…
The Three Signs of Alzheimer’s Disease You May Not Know
More than five million people in the United States suffer from Alzheimer’s disease, the most common cause of dementia. In fact, the Alzheimer’s Association estimates that it accounts for 60 to 80 percent of all dementia cases. The likelihood that…
Planning a Stress-Free Family Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving is considered one of the most meaningful and joyous holidays as it celebrates family traditions and togetherness. However, planning and hosting holiday gatherings, or even simply attending multiple events can quickly become overwhelming and stressful. This can be especially…
Important Facts About Hypothermia & Dehydration in Seniors
Seniors are at higher risk of suffering from hypothermia and dehydration than people of other ages. These conditions can occur much faster and in conditions that might not seem extreme enough to cause hypothermia or dehydration in others. That is…
Nutritional Deficiency in Elderly Adults: Common Causes & Prevention
Our bodies need a certain balance of nutrients to function at their peak, and as we move from infancy and childhood to adolescence, adulthood, and eventually old age, our nutritional needs can change. At any age, it can be difficult…
5 Halloween Safety Tips for Seniors
Everyone knows how to keep children safe on Halloween by making sure they go trick-or-treating in groups, teaching them not to take homemade treats, and checking candy for hazardous items before kids are allowed to eat it. What about seniors,…
