Pneumonia is an infection of the lungs. Pneumonia in elderly adults is one of the major causes of death in the United States. It often arises after a complication of influenza. As a matter of fact, it was the leading cause of death in the U.S over two centuries ago. Over four million people get pneumonia each year in the U.S., and if you are over 65, you are at a higher risk of getting…
For professional senior care, you require a reliable, experienced, and dedicated service for the elderly. There are In-home services for seniors who want to remain at home, up to nursing homes for those who require 24-7 care. When the time comes for a senior to need additional care services in their home or an assisted living community, you will have the option of hiring a senior home care agency to provide the services or…
Senior living advisors are available to help families find the best care for senior family members. Whether they remain at home and need assistance, or if you require an assisted living care facility, a senior community center, or a nursing home. There are times in people’s lives that no one should have to tough it alone. During these precious moments, we should show kindness and compassion. Serving a senior loved one should be an…
Acidity, aging, and disease often go hand-in-hand. Once the body is out of balance and too acidic, there are often medical issues that follow. Many people are not aware of exactly how closely linked our aging process is with the diseases that we acquire. Not only do these illnesses cause us to age as a result of breaking down our body but they also happen because of the same general problems. Even if you try…
What comes to your mind when you think about planning your estate? Unfortunately, for most of us, we think about dying. Although, we realize it is going to happen to us one day, we don’t want to plan for it now. Estate planning basics should be talked about in every household, especially as people get older. Do you need to pre-pan for your funeral? What about having a will? What will happen to all of…
Depression in senior citizens can often lead to long periods of isolation and even suicide if seniors are left untreated. According to the World Health Organization, around 350 million people around the world suffer from some form of depression. Nearly three quarters of people with depression never seek any treatment, and many seniors can have depression for up to a year before it is even recognized or diagnosed. Depression in Senior Citizens –…