Keep Seniors Safe this Summer: Know the Signs of Heat Stroke and Heat-Related Illness
During the long, cold winter, we enthusiastically anticipated the heat of summer. What a relief to finally throw open the windows and let the warm breezes blow through the house! However, now that we’re approaching the dog days of summer, it’s critical to take preventative measures to make certain we’re aware of the signs of […]
Summer Heat Safety Tips for Seniors
The longer days of summer mean extra time for swimming, family cookouts, gardening, and all of those other wonderful seasonal pursuits. However, it also means an increased risk for a number of health concerns for seniors, who are more prone to heat-related complications such as: Heat syncope (faintness/dizziness) Heat cramps Heat edema (swelling) Heat exhaustion […]
Understanding and Managing Allergic Reactions in Senior Loved Ones
It’s finally summer! Now that the long, cold winter and wet springtime are over, we can at long last enjoy the great outdoors. For older adults, getting out into the beauty of nature, fresh air, and sunshine is extremely important for both mental and physical health. Unfortunately, however, it can also trigger seasonal allergic reactions […]
Understanding and Managing Appetite Loss in Elderly Loved Ones
You’ve just made a big batch of Mom’s legendary chili recipe. Your house smells delectable, and you can’t wait to eat. However, while you’re enjoying not only the flavor but the memories the meal invokes, Mom is simply stirring the food around in her own bowl. And it’s not the first time. Recently her appetite […]
How to Cope with COPD Flare-Ups and Manage Symptoms
We have all been waiting expectantly for March! At long last, the days are becoming longer and now we can begin to feel the promise of springtime in the air. For a person with COPD, there’s extra cause to celebrate the changing of the seasons. Dry, cold air is one of several COPD triggers, and […]
Dementia Safety Tips When Traveling with a Loved One
After spending a considerable amount of time in social distancing and isolation, this summer may lead you even more than normal to want to go to visit family, or even to simply encounter a change of scenery and some pleasurable activities. And if you provide care for an older adult with Alzheimer’s or dementia, having […]