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Seniors tend to be known for being set in their ways, but the golden years are actually a wonderful time to make big changes. Years of work and life experience can give seniors the tools they need to enhance their lives, and the right choices can help them stay healthy…
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Loss of independence, limited mobility, financial worries, and health issues can take a toll on emotional wellbeing. When elderly people are under stress, both psychological and physiological changes can occur. Here are some ways stress can affect aging adults and what you can do about them. Social Isolation Stress can…
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It’s cold outside during the winter, which means older adults need things to do inside so they can stay warm. The staff at Philadelphia Home Care Assistance has provided a handy infographic featuring a few suggestions for winter activities that are suitable for seniors to do indoors. If your elderly…
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The Christmas season is always special, and seniors often find they have more time on their hands than they might expect. Since seniors are often past the point of setting up for a house filled with children, they may find they need to plan other activities that help them celebrate…
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The prospect of having to go back to the hospital after being able to finally go home is enough to make seniors want to do their best to take care of their health. While hospitals are equipped with everything a person needs to begin healing from an illness or injury,…
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It’s common for elderly people with Parkinson’s disease to eventually experience tremors or muscle stiffness. Over time, these symptoms can contribute to issues with balance, gait, and coordination, which can increase fall risks for seniors with this neurodegenerative condition. Below you’ll find five coordination exercises that can help your senior…
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There’s no single way to treat Alzheimer’s, and families may want to open up their options and encourage their aging loved ones with the disease to try some alternative methods. Another way to help your loved one is to opt for professional Alzheimer’s care. Philadelphia seniors can receive top-quality care…
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A stroke survivor’s brain is often able to naturally heal itself over time by forming new connections, a process known as neuroplasticity. This rewiring allows for the enhancement of important skills, including those involving memory. To encourage the brain to rewire itself, an appropriate level of stimulation is needed. A…
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As Alzheimer’s disease progresses, some seniors may exhibit aggressive or combative behavior. There are various reasons these mood changes develop. By implementing a few techniques, caregivers can often defuse these situations. Here are some things you should know about the combative stage of Alzheimer’s disease. 1. Physical Causes When the…
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Roughly one out of every six people with Medicare returns to the hospital within just 30 days of being discharged, according to data from the Dartmouth Atlas Project. If you’re caring for a senior loved one, you understandably want to do everything possible to reduce the risk of having to…
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