Dementia is a heartbreaking condition. Seniors who suffer from it do not know they do, and loved ones struggle to understand how it can so easily take away so much. The good news is dementia isn’t unmanageable.
Loss of Appetite General Malaise (a feeling of listlessness) Lack of Overall Interest Decreased Wellness The most common nutritional deficiencies due to malnutrition are: Vitamin A Vitamin B Vitamin C Vitamin D Vitamin E Folic Acid Calcium Niacin Proper nutrition from a well-balanced diet can improve physical and mental health. It can help seniors age …
When one or more of the arteries that supply blood to the heart become blocked or clogged with cholesterol build-up or a blood clot, a heart attack can occur. Symptoms vary from person to person but all caregivers should be aware of what to look for and when to alert the emergency medical system. The …
Pneumonia hospitalizations are the second largest for Medicare recipients according to the research. Why are the elderly commonly affected with pneumonia? There are multiple reasons why the elderly keep getting pneumonia. One reason is that they are often undernourished. As we grow older, sometimes our taste buds change where food just doesn’t taste as good …
Aging is inevitable and seniors who can adjust to the transition and demands often do better than those who cannot. One way to make this transition smoother is with a good social support system. Most support will come from family members but in some cases, family members cannot meet this need. This is often due …
