Assisted Living for Seniors

Assisted Living for Seniors – Weighing the Pros and Cons

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The senior population is getting bigger, and with it comes an increased number of families looking for assisted living for seniors. When the time comes, assisted living is an excellent option for those who need a little help with the activities of daily living. Assisted living is a type of long-term care that provides personal care, medically skilled nursing care, and other services to seniors. Assisted living facilities are typically small, home-like residences encouraging social…

Benefits of an Early Dementia Diagnosis

10 Benefits of an Early Dementia Diagnosis

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The benefits of an early dementia diagnosis are many. In the United States, approximately 6.5 million Americans over 65 live with dementia. By the time signs and symptoms appear, it’s likely too late to change lifestyle or drug treatment schedules. A dementia diagnosis can be terrifying. Many fears come with it, such as: Losing your memory Losing your home Not being able to care for yourself Not being able to recognize family But for some…

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Inflammation and Disease – How to Treat Inflammation in Seniors?

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This article will show you how to treat inflammation in seniors. Inflammation means that your body is fighting an infection. It causes pain and tenderness. When inflammation becomes chronic, it can damage arteries, which can lead to heart disease, diabetes, and other illnesses. What Causes Inflammation? Infections – The infection may be bacterial or viral. Still, either way, it’s causing your body to release chemicals that cause inflammation. This can happen anywhere in your body and…

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Compassionate Care for Seniors with Dementia

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We recommend compassionate care for seniors with dementia. It is an interdisciplinary approach that includes practicing nurses, social workers, health and aging specialists, geriatricians, and other caregivers. In addition, families can also get involved in caring for their loved ones with dementia by taking part in family education sessions, so they understand how to provide compassionate care for their aging parent with dementia as much as possible. According to Alzheimer’s Association, caregivers face multiple challenges…

How to Reduce the Risk of Alzheimer's Disease

7 Ways to Reduce the Risk of Alzheimer’s Disease

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Every year, more seniors want to know how to reduce the risk of Alzheimer’s disease. Alzheimer’s Disease is a progressive neurodegenerative disease characterized by memory loss, personality changes, and disorientation. There are over 6.5 million people diagnosed with AD in the United States alone. That number will increase as the population ages. About 10.7% of those affected by AD are over the age of 65. We expect this problem to worsen over the next 20…

Personality Changes in Seniors with Dementia

How to Manage Personality Changes in Seniors with Dementia

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When seeing personality changes in seniors with dementia, there’s no need to be alarmed. It’s normal for the disease to affect your loved one’s behavior and personality, but don’t let this scare you—you can still take care of them and maintain a close relationship. As their dementia progresses, your loved one’s personality may change in ways that are hard for you to understand and accept. For example, they may act differently toward family members and…