You’ve been there and done it; you go to reach for something or change your clothes, and you or someone with you points out a mysterious bruise. You don’t remember bumping into something or hitting an appendage on anything, but somehow you did. Unexplained bruises are common and even more so for the senior population.…
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iscStrokes are the fourth leading cause of death in the U.S., with older populations being impacted the highest. The latest data indicates that 75% of strokes occur in individuals aged 65 and older. If you have an elderly loved one who has suffered a stroke, it’s important to know how to help them afterward so…
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According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), in the U.S., one in four adults 65 or older experience a fall annually. As many as 37% of these falls result in an injury requiring medical attention and/or limiting mobility for at least a full day. In some cases, a fall can even be…
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The human body changes as people age, affecting bodily systems and increasing the risk of injuries. You could spend months or years coping with an elderly parent’s injuries after an accident at home or elsewhere. Prepare an aging parent to move to an assisted living facility by learning about common reasons seniors have accidents, common…
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As of 2020, almost 17% of the U.S. population was 65 or older, and the population is expected to continue aging steadily. Experts predict that by 2060, 23% of Americans will be 65 and older. The aging population affects the U.S. economy and health care system, and there are individual considerations families must address as…
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Dementia is a common medical condition affecting a person’s cognitive functions. Types of dementia include Alzheimer’s disease and Lewy body dementia (LBD). People with any type of dementia may forget who they and their loved ones are, wander, and struggle to perform routine tasks, such as getting dressed. As lifespans increase, the rate of dementia…
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As we grow older, exercising regularly becomes less about getting a movie star physique and more about our overall health and well-being. Not only do we want to become more physically fit, but we also want to maintain that fitness as we age. Living a healthy lifestyle is essential at any age, but as we…
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Everyone feels lonely sometimes, but loneliness can be a particularly challenging issue for older adults. Loneliness in the elderly has only increased over the years. Likely, the problem was exacerbated by the coronavirus pandemic of 2020, but it was beginning to display concerning trends even before social isolation was necessary. A 2018 poll conducted by…
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It can be difficult to admit when you or a loved one needs some extra help, but know you’re not alone. Everyone needs help sometimes. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), roughly 818,800 Americans live in residential care communities. Residential care facilities can range from communities offering private yet communal environments…
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Getting the proper nutrition by eating a well-balanced, healthy diet is important for people of all ages. However, as we age and get older, our nutritional needs change. So, it is essential to ensure our diets reflect these changes. Why is nutrition for older adults important? As a caregiver, ensuring the people you care for…
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