How to Talk to Your Elderly Loved One About Moving to a Facility
The time when an elderly loved one has to move to an elderly facility can be considered as a bittersweet milestone. It takes off the challenge of care from the family while allowing the senior to live a more independent […]
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Early Onset Alzheimer’s: What You Should Know
Contrary to popular belief, Alzheimer’s is not just for the elderly. There are cases when younger people are affected by Alzheimer’s as well. This is called early-onset Alzheimer’s and can occur to people younger than 65 years old.
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The Three General Stages of Alzheimer’s Disease
Alzheimer’s disease progresses slowly to the point that not many are even aware that they have it. Typically, it has three general stages, and different people get affected by it in different ways. The progression rate may also vary. Those […]
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Is Your Elderly Parent Addicted to Alcohol?
As you get older, you metabolize alcohol differently as when you’re younger. Alcohol also has different effects on your body as you age, especially if you have other health conditions or are taking medication. For the elderly, too much alcohol […]
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Elderly Depression is Real: Here’s What You Should Know
Elderly depression is real and your aging parents may be going through this. Find our what elderly depression is and look out for red flags in your loved ones. Aging is another milestones that the elderly or seniors go through. […]
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Halloween Activities for Seniors
Halloween is a great opportunity to be creative and have fun, festive activities for seniors, especially in assisted living and nursing home facilities such as Blessed Home. Here are some Halloween themed activities that are suitable for seniors, so they […]
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Finding the Right Wheelchair for Your Elderly Parent
If it’s your first time to need one for your elderly parent, finding the right wheelchair can be challenging. However, once you found the one that is ideal for your parent’s needs, it can greatly improve their sense of independence, […]
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5 Traits Every Nursing Home Caregiver Should Have
Over the years, there have been a growing need for nursing home caregivers, and caregivers in general. This is because the contemporary lifestyle of people have made it harder for them to personally care for their elderly or aging loved […]
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Alzheimer’s Disease in the Elderly: What You Need to Know
While forgetfulness may be deemed as a usual sign of aging, Alzheimer’s is not. And Alzheimer’s Disease is something that shouldn’t be taken lightly. In the United States, it’s considered as the third leading cause of deaths in older people, […]
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Adult Daycare: What is it?
What is an adult daycare? Is it the same as a nursing home or a home for the aged? Find out what an adult daycare is and if it’s the right fit for your loved ones. So you have an […]
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