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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Why Do Some Seniors Refuse to Bathe and Practice Good Hygiene
You may remember your parents being reasonably clean and well-groomed, but now that they are aging, they have started to refuse showers, brush their teeth, or even wear fresh, clean clothes.
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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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Should the Elderly be on Social Media?
These days, almost everyone is on social media. From the young to the elderly, everyone has at least one account for updating their friends and family about the latest on their lives, as well as keeping in touch with each […]
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Daily Oral Care Routine for Elderly with Dentures
Most people may think that with fewer teeth, especially for the elderly, keeping the mouth clean and healthy is easier. However, that’s not always true. In fact, people who have dentures, especially seniors, need to have very good oral hygiene […]
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Dentures: What Seniors Need to Know
Proper oral care is important for everyone, even for seniors who may have lost their teeth and are using dentures. In fact, proper care of the mouth is especially important for seniors with dentures.
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Hip Pain in Seniors: When Should You be Concerned
Many people over the age of 60 experience hip problems, particularly hip pain. Is this just a part of getting old? When should hip pain be cause for concern? Let’s find out.
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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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