The day comes in many people’s lives when they need some medical, physical or emotional assistance to make it through the day with dignity and comfort. Yet it could be hard for many family members and friends to provide this level of consistent aid. If the older loved one in your life needs more attentive and long-term assistance, then you should consider the two main forms of senior care…
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Developing habits for a healthy lifestyle can improve a senior’s quality of life and longevity. If you care for an elderly loved one, you want to encourage them to make healthy choices. Here are five ways to motivate your elderly loved one to adopt a healthy lifestyle. 1. Make Healthy Eating Easy Eating nutritious foods is one of the best ways to boost a senior’s health. Your elderly loved one…
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One of the best ways to ensure seniors stay healthy and happy in old age is to hire an in-home caregiver. Caregivers have the important job of monitoring and enhancing a senior’s wellbeing. At Home Care Assistance, we offer reliable, compassionate in-home care for seniors. What Is In-Home Senior Care? In-home senior care allows older adults to age in place — meaning they can live at home safely and comfortably…
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Being the caregiver to a senior loved one without cognitive deficits may differ from caring for a senior with dementia. Cognitive deficits often change the dynamic between seniors and caregivers, which can lead to a negative outcome. Fortunately, there are some tips for caring for a senior with dementia that may result in a more positive experience for both you and your loved one. 1. Explain All Procedures Dementia may…
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Companionship is one of the most important things in life at any age. Sadly, it can be challenging for older adults to remain connected with others, leading to isolation and loneliness. Companion care is a unique form of in-home care designed to provide the emotional and social support that older adults need to enrich their lives. What Is In-Home Companion Care for Seniors? Companion care is a type of long-term…
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According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, strokes claim the lives of approximately 140,000 people in the United States annually. The number equates to a fraction of the nearly 800,000 adults who experience strokes each year. The debilitating damage caused by strokes varies from one person to the next, as the brain and central nervous system are very complex. Over time, the damage may heal and seniors may…
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While physical exercise is certainly important for stroke recovery—especially within the first few months—it’s just as important for senior stroke survivors to take steps to regain their cognitive abilities. Cognitive exercises of this nature typically focus on exercising mental abilities such as problem-solving, thought processing, and mental clarity. At Home Care Assistance of South Tampa, we take an innovative approach to brain health with our Cognitive Therapeutics Method™. This scientific…
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Strokes often strike the parts of the brain associated with speech. In some instances, your aging loved one may be unable to gather thoughts and translate them into verbal speech. In others, your loved one may have lost control over the motor functions required to move his or her mouth and create the right sounds. Although the recovery is often slow, many stroke survivors eventually regain the ability to speak….
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A stroke can be a serious health emergency. While anyone can have a stroke, aging is the main risk factor. As your loved one ages, their arteries narrow and harden, sometimes becoming clogged. Older adults are also more prone to other medical conditions that can increase their risk of stroke. Knowing the signs a senior is having a stroke can save your loved one’s life. What Is a Stroke? A stroke…
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Alzheimer’s patients and their loved ones now have a renewed cause for hope. For the first time in nearly two decades, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved an Alzheimer’s medication that slows the progression of the disease. What Is Alzheimer’s Disease? Alzheimer’s disease is an irreversible brain disorder involving parts of the brain that control memory, thoughts, and language. It is a progressive disease that typically begins with mild memory loss and advances to the inability to hold a conversation or perform basic tasks. Experts estimate approximately 6 million Americans have Alzheimer’s disease. Most Alzheimer’s patients are older than 65, but the disease can also affect people younger than 65. The exact causes of Alzheimer’s disease are not fully…
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