When an aging loved one lives a distance away, it is not always easy to ensure they are doing well. Often, most contact with them is probably through phone calls, texts, and emails, which makes it easy to miss the signs that they may be struggling. When visiting an aging loved [...]
Urinary incontinence, which is also known as an overactive bladder, can become prevalent no matter the age. However, it is seen most commonly in older adults. Caregivers assume incontinence happens as a direct result of growing older, but it is important to understand incontinence is not normal. Incontinence is a [...]
The present health care system is not equipped to accommodate the future needs of seniors, and elderly Home Care is challenged to redesign services to address those needs. Recently, the term “design thinking” has become linked to the process of producing products specifically for seniors. This is especially true in [...]
What Is A Geriatrician? A geriatrician is a medical doctor who is specially trained to meet the unique health care needs of an elderly person. So, why should you consider seeing one? In many cases, people over 65 – especially those over 80 – have special medical needs. Geriatricians have [...]
For Tens Of Thousands Of Americans, The First Option When They Can Not Sleep At Night Is To Reach For A Sleeping Pill. Research shows that this may not be a good idea, especially for seniors when they find that they simply can not sleep. According to a review of [...]