4 Benefits of Art Therapy for the Elderly
Art is therapeutic at any age. And for the elderly, art therapy can do wonders. Creative expression can help you improve your mental, physical, and emotional health, as well as your emotional well-being. And for the elderly, art therapy can […]
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8 Ways You Can Honor Your Elderly Family Member
Times have really changed. Just ask your elderly family member. Today’s technology has changed the way we communicate and connect. Compared to the past, we now communicate less personally, as phone calls and video chats often easily take the place […]
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Caregiver Stress: What You Should Know
What is caregiver stress? Find out all about it and what you can do to cope if you’re caring for your elderly family member. Family caregivers are those family members such as adult children, who care for their elderly parents […]
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5 Most Common Infections in Seniors to Watch Out For
There are many most common infections that affect people. However, the effects can be much difficult for the elderly. As people age, their bodies’ ability to ward off and fight infections may change. Furthermore, those who are over 60 may […]
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Watch Out: 10 Common Reasons Seniors Go to the Emergency Room
Emergency situations, especially when seniors are involved, can really be a cause for worry. If you are a caregiver for a senior parent in your family, perhaps you have taken a trip or two to the Emergency Room with them […]
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Respiratory Health: Why It’s Important for the Elderly
Chronic respiratory diseases are one of the most common causes of death in seniors aged 65 and older. This said, it’s important for family members and care givers of elderly people to take special care when it comes to seniors’ […]
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Keeping Your Grandparents Active During the Enhanced Community Quarantine
So the enhanced community quarantine (ECQ) due to the coronavirus pandemic may be extended. That is still left for the government to decide. One this is for sure, however–we should take extra precautions to keep our elderly loved ones, our […]
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For Those Over 60: Tips to Protect Yourselves from the Coronavirus
Anyone can be infected by the coronavirus. However, it’s the older adults who are most likely to get seriously sick from this disease. While there are many tips and guidelines from keeping yourself safe from COVID-19, there are special precautions […]
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COVID-19: How to Care for the Elderly in the Midst of the Coronavirus Crisis
When it comes to the disease brought by the novel coronavirus, called COVID-19, the elderly are vulnerable. Global authorities on health, including the World Health Organization (WHO) have stated that those who are elderly are more at risk of serious […]
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Talking to Older Parents About the COVID-19 Pandemic
It’s been known that there are certain groups of people that are at a higher risk of getting seriously ill from COVID-19. These are the poeple with chronic health conditions as well as the elderly people. So, if you have […]
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