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Home Safety Risks and Prevention for Seniors
Help protect your aging loved ones from hazards in their home. Learn how you can prevent accidents and injuries from occurring in the adults you love and help care for. Falls and Injuries In adults ages 65 and older, 1…
Paying for Home Care in California: Costs & Smart Payment Options
More than 90 percent of older adults say they want to remain living at home as they age, and research shows that meeting a seniors desire to age in place has several benefits. However, most seniors will eventually lose the…
Remember FAST to Recognize Stroke
In the effort to educate people about the signs and symptoms of stroke, the FAST acronym was developed. It is an easy way to remember the early indicators of stroke. F: Face One side of the face begins to droop noticeably…
3 Lifestyle Changes for Older Adults to Avoid a Stroke
Up to 80% of strokes can be prevented. Seniors can use these 3 easy lifestyle changes to avoid getting a stroke. What is a Stroke? Simply put, a stroke is a brain attack. This can happen to anyone regardless of…
5 Ways Pharmacists Can Help Your Aging Adult
Pharmacists play a role as part of an interdisciplinary healthcare team for an older adult. Their role is critical in improving the patient’s care and life. For older adults, it can be helpful to develop a relationship with a pharmacist…
The Secret Epidemic of Alcoholism Among Seniors
Did you know that older adults are hospitalized as often for alcohol related problems as they are for heart attacks? It’s true, and it’s just one of many stunning statistics that show the extent of the secret epidemic of alcoholism…
