It hurts when your loved ones lie to you, and the more they mean to you, the more it will hurt, especially if they are usually a very honest and trustworthy person. It’s something that the caregivers of dementia patients deal with all of the time, as it’s one of …
It’s important to set boundaries when caring for elderly parents. Maybe they’re demanding more work than you can provide, maybe you have a troubled history—whatever the reason, boundaries will make your life easier and ensure you don’t grow to resent your parent. To help you establish boundaries as a caregiver, …
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Approximately 63% of Americans identify as Christian, followed by 5% who identify as Jewish, Muslim, or Mormon, 5% who follow other religions, and 26% who are not affiliated with any religion. These rates are higher in the elderly. In fact, older generations are considerably more likely to follow an organized …
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An increasing number of seniors are rejecting assisted living facilities/nursing homes and are choosing to age in place. They stay in their own homes or in senior care communities, and they control all or most of their activities of daily living, including laundry, grocery shopping, meal preparation, and more. It’s …
The older you are, the more likely you are to associate jury duty with being a good citizen. It’s a duty that many older adults embrace, but research suggests that many younger adults dread getting a call up and will try their best to avoid it. The truth is, serving …
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You’re not imagining it: you really do get colder as you age. Your body undergoes several changes that impact your tolerance of cold temperatures. Some individuals can stand the cold more than others, there’s no denying that, but everyone loses their ability to withstand extreme temperatures as they age. Why …
The term “dizziness” covers a variety of feelings and typically refers to a state of affected balance and an altered sense of space, such as a feeling of weakness or a sense that the world is spinning. It can be triggered by medications, diet, disease, and a host of environmental …
Every year, more than a quarter of a million seniors are hospitalized following a hip fracture. It’s a common but serious problem, as the recovery process is long and slow. In many cases, the patient won’t recover at all. How Serious are Hip Fractures in the Elderly? A senior is …
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Paranoia becomes more common with age, and it can be very difficult for adult children and caregivers to deal with. It has many causes and varying degrees of severity; sometimes it’s suggestive of a serious mental health issue or disorder, other times it can be explained away as a medication …
Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are one of the most common infections in the body. Approximately 40 to 50% of women and 10 to 15% of men will suffer from a UTI at least once in their lifetime. For most of these individuals, the problem amounts to little more than frequent …
Bipolar disorder affects over 5.5 million adult Americans, equating to approximately 2.5% of the population. The average age of onset is 25 but it can appear in individuals over the age of 50 and may present a series of unique challenges in seniors. Bipolar Disorder in the Elderly The idea …
Seniors have a much lower heat tolerance than their younger counterparts. Illness and physiological changes increase the risk of injury and harm, making it essential to monitor elderly individuals when they are exercising, wearing multiple layers, or spending time in the sunshine. In this guide, we’ll address some of the …
Hallucinations are terrifying to experience and heartbreaking to witness in a loved one. You have no control over what they see or hear and if they suffer from dementia, it’s not easy to put them at ease. If you care for an elderly person, this guide can help you to …
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They say that the happiest people are those who don’t have an ounce of hate in their hearts and are always happy to forgive, but try telling that to someone who has been abused or neglected by their parents. When you’ve been hurt by the people who are supposed to …
Many family caregivers feel obliged to care for their elderly parents because they cared for them. It’s the circle of life. They bring those children into this world and meet their needs when they’re young, and the kids return the favor years down the line. Elderly caregiving is hard work …
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