Solutions to Vitamin D Deficiency in Seniors
The Need for Vitamin D Vitamin D deficiency is especially common in seniors who are spending much of their time inside. Vitamin D deficiency in seniors can be a serious problem for seniors. It can cause several issues like depression, increased risk of bone disorders, and increased risk of illnesses and diseases. Vitamin D is…
Read More7 Ways to Balance Work, Caregiving, and Your Personal Life as a Senior Caregiver
As a senior caregiver, it can be difficult to manage multiple commitments. You have your job, then you have the responsibility of taking care of an elderly person, and then you still need some time for yourself. Finding a balance between all three commitments is essential in order to lead a healthy and happy life.…
Read MoreTracking Brain Health to Detect Alzheimer’s
Discussing care with aging loved ones is never easy. For many, there is the elephant in the room of cognitive decline. After all, someone is diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease every 66 seconds in the United States. Because of this, there is an importance in tracking brain health to detect Alzheimer’s in seniors regularly. When to…
Read MoreSenior Benefits for Owning a Dog
As we each age, there are different challenges that we will face. Many of these can be helped by having a dog. Dogs are a great addition to the family. As you continue reading this blog from Fluent Woof, you will learn more about senior benefits for owning a dog. Companionship As people age, they…
Read MoreTips to Reduce Pneumonia in Seniors
During a winter in Pittsburgh, we huddle close together with loved ones and stay indoors to avoid the cold weather. Being in close quarters, however, can hasten the spread of disease. This is especially dangerous for vulnerable populations such as the elderly. One major illness that can be both common and deadly is pneumonia. With…
Read MoreHow Your Body Ages
Although incontinence is not merely an aspect of age, as we grow older, our organs do become less efficient. Therefore, our need for incontinence products as we advance in years. As the infographic makes clear, aging organs is a natural consequence of passing years. Our cells can only divide so many times before they die off –…
Read MoreA Joyful Senior Christmas
The holiday season is a common season for people to spend more time indoors with those who matter. Students and kids generally have an extended time off from classes and school, allowing them to relax at home and do activities such as play videogames. The parents often get a chance to take extended time off…
Read MoreSenior Proofing Your Home
A majority of seniors prefer to stay in the comfort of their own homes instead of transitioning into a nursing home or assisted living facility. Although, many seniors feel that they would feel safer in a senior care facility because there would always be someone to keep an eye on them and because the facilities…
Read MoreEmergency Senior Care Plan Tips
The nature of your loved one’s care should never be left up to chance. Unfortunately, life is very rarely predictable. Because of this, your emergency backup plan is one of the most valuable assets in your senior care toolbox. Learn the best way to create an emergency care plan with our 5 step system. Find…
Read MoreNatural Forgetfulness or Dementia?
We’ve all been there- you forget something that seems so obvious that you should remember and you say to yourself, “I’m getting dementia!” Chances are, you aren’t. Forgetting little things here and there is usually not a big deal and is quite common for seniors. Though, it is important to know if your symptoms are…
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