by Mellisa Ansah | Mar 11, 2022 | Caregiver Wellness and Tips, Quality of Life, Senior Care Advice
According to the United States Census Bureau, by the year 2030, the number of individuals in the United States 65 years and over will reach 70 million, and all baby boomers will be over 65. It is important to note that muscle mass decreases as we age. It is essential...
by Mellisa Ansah | Aug 27, 2021 | Caregiver Wellness and Tips, Senior Care Advice
If you have elderly loved ones, you may notice they are eating less and picking at their food. A gradual reduction in appetite with advancing age is not usually a cause for concern. Most older adults will eat less because of lower energy requirements with advancing...
by Mellisa Ansah | May 21, 2021 | Alzheimer's & Dementia, Senior Care Advice
Urinary tract infections (UTIs) in seniors can become a complex issue. It is important for family caregivers to know the signs of UTI in the elderly. UTIs can cause serious side effects like delirium and possibly lead to kidney infections and sepsis. The elderly...
by Mellisa Ansah | Apr 24, 2021 | Parkinson's Disease, Senior Care Advice
Parkinson’s disease (PD) can make daily living challenging. PD symptoms such as shakiness, slow movements, and rigid muscles can affect daily life. As the disease progresses, it can turn ordinary tasks such as eating, dressing and writing into daunting chores. ...
by Mellisa Ansah | Jan 21, 2021 | Caregiver Wellness and Tips, Senior Care Advice
As we age, it is important to take part in physical activity to stay healthy and independent. There are so many benefits of exercising, from protecting us from diseases to boosting our mood. The National Institutes of Health recommends these four types of exercise to...
by Mellisa Ansah | Sep 18, 2020 | Cancer, Senior Care Advice
Should I or shouldn’t I? That’s the question that men face when it comes to being screened for prostate cancer. According to the National Health Institute statistics, 11.6 percent of men will have prostate cancer at some point in their lives. As with all cancers,...
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