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The benefits of telehealth are not just limited to convenience. For seniors, telehealth can provide a wealth of opportunities to keep them healthy and well-informed about their medical conditions. From the comfort and safety of their own home, telehealth allows seniors to remain connected with their healthcare provider and receive…
Mental health is an important aspect of overall well-being for seniors, especially those living in assisted living facilities. Maintaining a healthy mental state for seniors can’t be underestimated. A healthy mental state determines how seniors live their day-to-day lives and interact with others. Let’s gain more insight into the importance…
When seniors stay home all day, eating whatever is easiest and not moving around much, they can quickly start to deteriorate. If they fall even once or get sick, it can become a cycle that most seniors struggle to get out of. Caregivers have a lot of responsibilities to keep…
Snacks are a crucial source of nutrition, especially for older adults and seniors. Experts assert that healthy snacking is good because it boosts energy, supplies nutrients and curbs appetite to prevent overeating. In short, it promotes healthy aging. On the contrary, unhealthy snacking has several downsides. Unfortunately, many snack items…
A person with low blood oxygen levels, or hypoxemia, can experience symptoms like headaches, a rapid heart rate, and difficulty breathing. Read on to discover what caregivers should know about low blood oxygen levels so you can provide the best home care for your clients. Causes of Hypoxemia Blood carries…
With growing age, the human body’s ability to regenerate and heal wounds becomes weak. As a result, it might take longer for an elderly person to heal their wounds. A scrape on a young kid or adult might be gone after a week. But that is not the case for…
Oversleeping is a common problem that can have severe repercussions if not addressed. Yet, the potential benefits of a few extra winks are impossible to ignore while we continue to climb up ever-taller ladders of success in our personal and professional lives. Finding the right amount of sleep and consistently…
Dementia is an umbrella term for symptoms associated with a progressive decline in cognitive functioning that affects a person’s ability to perform the activities that make up daily life. Mild memory loss to severe intellectual and physical disabilities are all possible. People with Dementia have difficulty with communication, decision-making, and…
As time passes, things change. It’s inevitable and a natural part of life. These changes can be positive, like developing compassion for others, learning new things, and gaining strength through exercise. These changes can also be negative, like cognitive and physical decline due to age. The process of aging comprises…