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There are quite a few things seniors can do to keep busy. Most elders want a quality activity that will help them pass the time, but it can be hard to come up with unique ideas. The nice thing about collecting is that it’s low-maintenance, and there are numerous items…
Snacks are a crucial source of nutrition, especially for older adults and seniors. Experts assert that healthy snacking is good because it boosts energy, supplies nutrients and curbs appetite to prevent overeating. In short, it promotes healthy aging. On the contrary, unhealthy snacking has several downsides. Unfortunately, many snack items…
A person with low blood oxygen levels, or hypoxemia, can experience symptoms like headaches, a rapid heart rate, and difficulty breathing. Read on to discover what caregivers should know about low blood oxygen levels so you can provide the best home care for your clients. Causes of Hypoxemia Blood carries…
With growing age, the human body’s ability to regenerate and heal wounds becomes weak. As a result, it might take longer for an elderly person to heal their wounds. A scrape on a young kid or adult might be gone after a week. But that is not the case for…
Retirement, to most people, is a time to relax and enjoy their lifetime savings. However, a retiree can continue working as they have many skills obtained over years of working experience. It is recommended that people work for the longest time possible. Well, working after the stipulated retirement age has…
Oversleeping is a common problem that can have severe repercussions if not addressed. Yet, the potential benefits of a few extra winks are impossible to ignore while we continue to climb up ever-taller ladders of success in our personal and professional lives. Finding the right amount of sleep and consistently…
Retirement is a long-awaited and exciting moment. This is an opportunity to exhale, relax and be alone with yourself, your loved ones, and all those activities for which there was not enough time. However, with retirement, we can’t forget about everyday chores like utility bills, grocery shopping, and more. This…
As a senior requiring health care, the last phrase you probably expect to hear attached to the medical attention you receive is “medical malpractice”. However, this is a risk that anyone who needs to see a doctor or other health practitioner has and is the result of providers that do…
Senior living is some residential care for the elderly. The senior living arrangement is constructed and designed specifically and exclusively for older adults. Most families with older adults prefer putting them in these homes once they cannot take care of themselves by doing simple daily activities. However, some people are…
Dementia is an umbrella term for symptoms associated with a progressive decline in cognitive functioning that affects a person’s ability to perform the activities that make up daily life. Mild memory loss to severe intellectual and physical disabilities are all possible. People with Dementia have difficulty with communication, decision-making, and…