Do I Need a Granny Cam?
With more and more cases of care abuse within nursing homes and frightening stories of the elderly falling on the rise, more and more individuals are considering the use of “granny cams“. This brings into question, should we or should we not install cameras or “granny cams”into nursing home facilities and the homes of our loved ones? A granny cam is a camera used to monitor the care of your elderly loved ones, sometimes installed with or without the elder’s or nursing homes consent. Essentially, this practice involves spying on your[…]
How Hosting a Movie Night Benefits Seniors with Memory Loss
Entertainment in the form of a new or familiar film can be an enjoyable pastime for all. Sitting back and relaxing all while having your mind stimulated by a film for a couple of hours can be a great way to unwind and form positive memories. So much so that, we can all still recall certain films from our past that have become favorites and embedded through an emotional connection within our memories. This is why movies or films can serve as an effective memory care treatment for seniors experiencing memory loss.[…]
Is Hair Loss a Natural Part of Aging?
As we age we will start to notice many physical changes within ourselves, one common issue for those over 60 is the issue of increased hair loss or balding. The progression or rate of the hair loss can be impacted by genetics, disease, or other external factors. The most common type of hair loss associated with aging in both men and women is known as Androgenic alopecia and refers to both the thinning and balding of hair. This type of hair loss is most commonly associated with genetics meaning it is[…]
12 Healthy Easy Made Meals for Seniors
Maintaining a healthy and nutritious daily meal plan is something many individuals struggle with however, as we age this task can become increasingly difficult. Eating healthy is crucial for all nonetheless, there are many obstacles such as grocery shopping or difficult meals that can stand in the way between a healthy senior and a healthy diet. Compiled below are 12 easy and healthy recipes for seniors to incorporate into their daily eating. Consult your doctor to ensure these are in line with the best dietary needs for you and then devise[…]
Eight Frequently Asked Questions about Long-term Care
1. What is long-term care?
Long-term care refers to a compilation of services which help provide both medical and non medical care for individuals with chronic illness or disability ,who are no longer able to care for themselves for an extended period of time. This type of care is centered around promoting the independence, enhancing quality of life, and meeting a patient’s overall needs.
2. What types of long- term care are there?
The three most common types of long-term care are as follows; Facilities offering long term[…]
Elderly Guardianship Nightmares
Elderly Guardianship is a legal relationship appointed by the court, which grants another individual the ability to care for an elderly individual who has been deemed unable to care for his/her self. The person who is granted guardianship over this elderly individual now legally refers to the elder as their ward and this guardian assumes full power over the ward’s assets and interests. These circumstances can be necessary in situations where the older individual is impaired and can no longer remember to take medications or is unable to maintain self finances and[…]
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