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How to Convince a Senior to Bathe and Practice Good Personal Hygiene

In our earlier blog, we have discussed the reasons why your elderly loved one may refuse to bathe or generally practice good personal hygiene. This can be due to many reasons, as stated in the article. The main idea is […]
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5 Tips to Prevent Heat Stroke in Seniors

Heat stroke is dangerous, especially for the elderly, because their bodies can’t regulate heat like it used to when they were younger. Their bodies also have a hard time adjusting to sudden temperature changes, especially when they are extreme temperatures.
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8 Things Better Left Unsaid When Talking to the Elderly

If you have an elderly parent and are caring for them, you may find that there will often be friction. Your views may not always be in line with theirs. They may also have quirks that can be challenging to […]
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The Value of Assisted Living versus Staying at Home

Coming to terms that your elderly loved one or aging parent needs to move to an assisted living facility or nursing home can be overwhelming. After all, it’s a big decision. However, if you’re one of those who are still […]
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10 Tips for Preventing Falls in the Elderly

For younger people, falls can often result to bumps and scratches. However, for elderly people, or your elderly parents, falls can cause a lot of damage. From broken wrists to brain injuries, health professionals can never caution us enough about […]
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Elderly Depression: What You Should Know

Find out more about elderly depression and what you can do if it happens to you or your aging loved ones. Depression in the elderly occurs more commonly than you think. Often, it’s those who suffer from age-related disabilities and […]
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How to Find a Good Nursing Home

Realizing that you, your partner, or a family member needs the care of a nursing home is a big deal. In fact, it’s a milestone that many people face. Now, the challenge lies in finding the right nursing home. Finding […]
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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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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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