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Elderly companions provide non-medical care, assistance and companionship to elderly persons. An elderly companion is a great choice for families that need a bit of help taking care of …
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Urinary incontinence can affect anyone, but it’s more common in the elderly. It can be caused by a variety of factors including muscle weakness, health conditions like arthritis or …
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Excessive medication use is a major problem in the elderly. A large majority of seniors typically take multiple pills a day, what is referred to as polypharmacy. As many …
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Seniors take more medicine on average than other age groups. Starting from around the age of 65, the number of pills they have to take daily keeps going up …
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Using the toilet can be dangerous for seniors with limited mobility, reduced strength and health problems. Even those who are still independent to a high degree may find it …
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If you have started experiencing (or have been experiencing) challenges with your health and mobility, it’s time to get yourself a blue badge. This badge is recognised in all …
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Depending on your care needs and your level of income, sometimes you have to sell your property to afford the costs of a care home. Here are some of …
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Using a walking stick or cane can improve balance and relieve pressure on painful joints or weak muscles. This makes it easier for those with mild to average mobility …
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One of the most common signs of aging is thin papery skin. The skin somewhat looks like a crepe. Hence the term crepey skin. How to get rid of …
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There’s nothing worse than a leaning recliner, and unfortunately this is a pretty common problem. Even a well-made electric recliner can go out of skew for a number of …
