Belmont Memory Care: Know the First Signs of the Flu in Seniors
Far from merely sniffles and a cough, the flu can hit seniors hard. With a weakened immune system, those over age 65 are specifically at risk of complications from the flu, which can be rather severe. As we get into flu season, Live Free Home Health Care wants to help you and the seniors you […]
Back to School: Continuing Education for Older Adults
Step into virtually any store at this time of the year and you will be bombarded with displays of sale-priced backpacks, pens, notebooks, and lunchboxes – and aisles full of parents scrambling to check off all of the items on the kids’ back-to-school supply lists. Although we may correlate the new school year with children, […]
Senior Immunization Schedule: Learn the Recommendations from the CDC
Despite an elevated focus from the medical community on the need for immunizations for older adults, a sizable percent is still not heeding the information – making these older adults vulnerable for serious disease or even death. The truth is, 1 out of 3 adults over age 65 opted against receiving a flu shot this […]
Conquer the Heat and Mobility Issues with These Pool Exercises for Seniors
There’s almost nothing better than a relaxing dip in the pool to beat the July heat, and with the buoyancy of the water, it provides the added benefit of the perfect low-impact environment for helping senior loved ones remain active while relieving pressure to joints. Be sure to consult with a senior’s physician first prior […]
Internet Scams Targeting Seniors Cause Huge Financial Impact
We have always been familiar with the tendency of frauds aimed towards the elderly – shady telemarketers who get in touch with people who are frail, isolated, and lonely, befriending them for the purpose of obtaining bank account information and credit card numbers and then wiping out funds. Or individuals who promise contest prizes and […]
To Promote Independence for Seniors, Caregivers Must Also Ensure Safety
When a senior loved one is finding it difficult to manage a task, our first instinct, with all the very best of intentions, is generally to step in and take care of it ourselves. But is this truly supporting your loved one – or can it be hindering? The truth is, there is a fine […]
A Healthy Lifestyle Reduces the Health Risks Impacting Senior Men
In this month of celebrating Dad, now is the right time to take appropriate measures to guarantee the men in our lives are as healthy and in shape as they can be. In conjunction with Father’s Day, June is also designated as Men’s Health Month – something we should all pay attention to, as men […]
Senior Safety: Important Questions to Ask Your Pharmacist
They call it “running” errands for a reason – we tend to want to get through them as quickly as possible! However, when it comes to picking up prescription medications, slowing down and spending more time to talk with the pharmacist, versus hurrying through the drive-through, is very important – particularly for older adults who […]
Why a Regular Medication Inventory Is Beneficial for Seniors
“Take 2 hours after eating. Avoid exposure to sunlight while taking this medication.” “Take on an empty stomach. Do not take with aspirin.” “Take twice each day with meals and a full glass of water. Could potentially cause excessive drowsiness.” Just picture attempting to successfully juggle many medications, from a variety of doctors, taken at […]
Activities for Older Adults: The Benefits of Being Outdoors
Is there anything greater after the long, cold winter than finally being able to open up the windows and let the clean, warm, springtime breezes blow through the house? Something in the sights, smells, and sounds of nature provides us a strong pick-me-up, which is why it is essential for older adults to take pleasure […]