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Physical Therapy for the Elderly After Knee Surgery
Physical Therapy for the Elderly Is your elderly loved one going to have knee surgery? If so, the recovery might be a grueling process. Your elderly loved one will likely need to have physical therapy, medications, and other treatments. As a family caregiver, it would be a good idea to learn more about the physical…
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Leg Exercises That Can Benefit Your Elderly Loved One
Flexibility and muscle mass are both gradually lost when people get older – mostly in the legs. If you are caring for your elderly loved one, it may be helpful if you and their 24-hour home care providers encourage them to do leg exercises regularly. If they can do many seated leg exercises, it can…
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How to Make Home Health Care Work Smoothly When Your Dad Refuses to Cooperate
Your dad had a stroke and needs care at home as he regains strength and regular abilities. He’s always had a stubborn streak. You’re worried that his refusal to cooperate will have nurses quitting before anything is done. Here are some ways to ensure home health care works smoothly when your dad needs it. Talk…
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How To Help a Senior With a Sprained Ankle?
Seniors who live on their own and want to age in place are at risk of hurting themselves. As your parents age, their needs become different than when they were younger. They may not move like they used to, their sight may not be what it once was, and they may not hear things anymore.…
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Learn About Your Mom’s Dietary Needs After a Diabetes Diagnosis
After her last doctor’s appointment, your mom learned she has diabetes. Talk to her doctor about having home health care services come to her home to help the family learn more about the care your mom needs. From exercise to dietary changes, your mom needs to start making some lifestyle changes. Her home health care…
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Are Your Parents Feeling Confident Aging at Home?
Your mom and dad live alone, and you’re hours away. Are they confident aging at home, or is it time to talk to them about elder care services? Ask these questions to help them decide what they worry about and where they feel their strengths are. Are They Finding It Harder to Get Around? Arthritis…
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Learn Why Hobbies Improve Health During National Hobby Month
National Hobby Month falls in January, as it’s the perfect time to engage in new activities or return to former interests. Did your mom use to love painting or drawing? Did your dad enjoy refinishing furniture he’d find for free on the side of the road? There’s no reason they couldn’t enjoy those favorite hobbies.…
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Sleep Improvement Tips for Senior Citizens
Does your elderly loved one take a long time to fall asleep at night? Maybe, they can fall asleep quickly, but wake up soon after and can’t fall back asleep easily. There are many sleep issues that senior citizens often face. The most important thing to know is that if your elderly loved one isn’t…
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How Can Family Caregivers Get the Support They Need When They Also Work?
Sixty-two percent of family caregivers who care for someone 50 or older are still employed. On average, those men and women work an average of 35.8 hours per week. A large percentage of family caregivers work a minimum of 40 hours a week. When you’re a family caregiver who is also working part-time or full-time,…
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