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Loss of teeth, what’s known as edentulism, generally worsens with age. Many people assume excessive tooth loss is normal for seniors. After all, may other areas of their body …
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Do pensioners pay for dental treatment? You don’t automatically receive free NHS dental care when you reach the state pension age, which is currently 65 for both men and …
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For seniors who are aging in place, the bathroom can be an especially challenging space to navigate. There are several elderly bathroom issues that are caused by reduced mobility. Reduced …
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While researchers caution that watching too much TV (more than 3.5 hours a day) can be detrimental to patients with dementia, TV time is still important for these seniors. …
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Netflix has something for everyone, from a documentary enthusiast to those who prefer binge-watching dramas. It also provides great content for all ages, from kids to seniors. For older …
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Establishing a toileting routine for an elderly family member or friend is important. They know when it’s time to go to the toilet and reduces the risk wetting or …
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If you’ve noticed an elderly family member or partner snoozes a lot during the day, it’s because they are likely not getting enough sleep at night. Sleep needs change …
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A study by Yale found that regular readers enjoyed a longer lifespan of up to two years. The research did not specify how reading books (the benefits applied only …
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If you want more independence than a care home offers, you have two alternatives: sheltered housing and extra care housing, also called assisted living. Both these options offer less …
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If you have been scammed, report it immediately. Even if you do not get your money back, you’ll ensure others do not fall victim to the same scam. You …
