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Exercise, Cancer, and the Benefits of Proper Senior Care
Senior Care in Marina Del Ray CA By the time Bill was 73 years old, he had been through and seen a lot. He and his wife Mary had been married 42 years and even though they had their ups and downs, they felt closer than ever. One day Bill woke up and had some pain and discomfort in his abdomen. After ignoring it for a little while, his wife encouraged him to see the doctor. He ended up being diagnosed with liver cancer. At first the diagnosis seemed to be a death sentence for him. However, with the encouragement of his doctor and Mary, Bill agreed to have surgery,…
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Strengthening Wit and Wisdom as a Caregiver
Caregiver in Seal Beach CA The first time Joan was a caregiver, it was for her elderly mother. When her mother was 81 she suffered a stroke. For all intents and purposes it was considered relatively minor, but the recovery was going to take time. During the first few weeks after she returned home, doctors informed Joan that her mother would require a significant amount of assistance. Joan was working and decided to split the responsibilities with a professional in-home care provider. Her mother wasn’t too keen on the idea of having a stranger come to her home and help out, but she understood the limitations for her daughter and…
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Set Up Proper Elder Care and Make a World of Difference for the Senior in Your Life
Elder Care in Marina Del Rey CA Maybe you have been worried about your aging mother or father for some time. You noticed the effects of time and age beginning to wear them down. They might be having more difficulty getting around, can no longer drive, and are unsteady on their feet walking up and down stairs. No one can stop the effects of time and the older a person gets, the more likely they will be experiencing new challenges with their physical health and possibly even their mental well-being. Many family members become caregivers because they want to ensure safety and security for their loved ones at home. Just…
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It’s Never Too Late for Proper Vision Care: Senior Care Matters
Senior Care in Seal Beach CA Some people might assume that once they reach a certain age there is no real point in taking care of their health. One aspect of their physical health and well-being that could be ignored is their ability to see clearly. Vision related problems can arise for just about anyone, regardless of age. March is Save Your Vision Month, and it’s a good time to talk about the various risk factors that can increase with age. There are numerous vision related problems that seniors face and the risk factors increase the older they get. For example, cataracts is a condition that can affect seniors and…
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3 Ways Home Care Providers Differ From Family Caregivers
Home Care in Santa Monica, CA According to AARP, there is an estimated 40 million family caregivers working with the elderly across the country. It’s important to understand the difference between home care providers and family caregivers (www.aarp.com). Experience makes a difference when it comes to providing care for the elderly. Listed below are three ways that experienced in-home health care providers and home care aides, do things differently than family members. 1. They have a fixed schedule. When a family hires in-home health care services through an agency, they will work with him or her to develop a set schedule. This is helpful because the loved one will know…
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When an Elderly Loved One’s in Constant Pain, Home Care Makes a Difference
Pasadena, CA – When an Elderly Loved One’s in Constant Pain, Home Care Makes a Difference Watching a loved one deal with pain can be incredibly stressful. Most people would want to do whatever was possibleto help their loved ones better manage pain and even overcome the physical elements that cause them to hurt. However, there are numerous health conditions that can lead to experiencing pain and for those who are in self-described constant pain, it can be nerve-racking to sit idly by and watch them suffer. An experienced home care provider can do wonders to help the elderly individual better manage their life to reduce the amount of pain…
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Elder Care – Exercises for the Arthritic Living
Elder Care in Seal Beach, CA – Exercises for the Arthritic Living Arthritis is a crippling ailment that makes every activity painful. Characterized by an autoimmune inflammation of joints (when there’s no actual antagonizing problem that usually causes the swelling), arthritis is especially detrimental to the health of senior citizens as risk of arthritis rises with age. However, research has shown many benefits behind engaging in certain exercises. Exercising with arthritis can be difficult, as arthritis commonly causes joint pain in everyday living activities (let alone physical exercise). Therefore, it can be difficult for your caregiver to ask your loved one to exercise those painful joints. And even though arthritis…
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Senior Care: Warding off Loneliness with Technology
Senior Care in Seal Beach, CA – Warding off Loneliness with Technology They say that you can’t teach an old dog new tricks, but seniors who have learned to use a computer are proving this old adage wrong. Although many are quick to assume that all these new innovations in technology are beneficial only to the younger generation, seniors across the country are stepping out of their comfort zone and learning how to use technology to communicate with friends and loved ones. Not only does learning new things help boost brain power and memory skills, but it also helps keeps seniors connected, which wards off loneliness and depression. If your…
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You Know Mom Needs Home Care, but … When Is It Time to Intervene?
Woodland Hills, CA – Knowing When To Talk About Home Care The snowstorm subsided and after several hours you were finally able to get in your car and visit your mother. At 83 years of age, she has been dealing with a number of physical problems and challenges. Her health is relatively decent, though she has had a few scares in the past. You hurry over to her house because she wasn’t answering the phone, and each minute that passed felt like an entire day. When you finally arrive at her home, you find her sitting in the living room watching a movie with the volume turned up. You might…
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Proper Elderly Care for Seniors With Joint Problems
Elderly Care in Beverly Hills, CA – Joint Problems Our joints and bones naturally wear down with age. It’s not uncommon for seniors to suffer from common bone-related ailments, such as arthritis and osteoporosis. The joints receive very little cushioning, which can cause pain and swelling and may lead to problems with mobility and flexibility. Even bending over or reaching can cause severe pain. Fortunately, there are ways to improve the health of your loved one’s joints and increase range of motion so he or she can continue doing favorite activities. Lifestyle Changes Proper elderly health care involves living a healthier lifestyle. The following methods will help improve joint health…
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