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Be Aware of Heart Disease

Seniors are well aware of the dangers of growing old, but at any age we should all care about our heart. Seniors should care for their heart just as someone in their 30′s. The more you take care of your heart, the less chance you will have of developing the number one killer in women, heart disease. It is important for seniors to exercise daily, therefore if you or a senior loved one is living at home make sure that they get plenty of exercise. It is a good idea to utilize senior services such as senior walks, senior day care center activities, and senior exercise groups.

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Avoiding Alzheimer’s Disease

One in every eight people aged 65 and older have Alzheimer’s disease and Alzheimer’s disease is the 7th leading cause of death for Americans. Given these statistics, we want to learn more about how to prevent this debilitating disease. As for seniors who are all ready diagnosed with this disease and are receiving Alzheimer’s Care in a senior care facility, it may be too late to reverse the effects of the disease. But, for those who have not been diagnosed, especially those in their younger years, there can be a possibility of avoiding Alzheimer’s Disease.

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MRSA: The Nursing Home ‘Super Bug’ Infection

You may have heard of the staph infection MRSA, but you may not be aware of all of the facts. MRSA can be found in hospitals as well as nursing homes and senior care facilities. MRSA may also find its way into the homes of seniors who are receiving home healthcare services. MRSA is a member of the staph family, and has become resistant to many antibiotics. As there has been over 90,000 life-threatening cases of the MRSA infection in healthcare settings each year, it is good to know how you can try to avoid this staph infection.

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The Safest Morning Brew

Seniors love their coffee as much as the next person, and they may even have their morning brew a few times each day. Often times, seniors living at home receiving homecare services appreciate the instant coffee rather than having to brew their own cup of coffee. Seniors in nursing homes can still drink their morning and evening coffee, and many seniors are thankful for that cup of joe! Seniors living at home, however, need to be careful when brewing their own coffee.

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Fighting the Effects of Aging with Vitamin D

Vitamin D, also known as the sunshine vitamin, may help seniors fight the effects of aging. Seniors may not have a chance to go into the sunshine if they are in an assisted living facility, therefore it is very important to make sure that your senior loved one in a senior care facility gets to go into the direct sunlight for 10-15 minutes each sunny day. The body needs Vitamin D to process other vitamins and nutrients in the body, so it is very important to get  your sunshine Vitamin D.

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Retiring in Style

It is the new year and no one is getting any younger. Boomers are aging, and many of them are considering retirement. When looking for a good place to retire, keep in mind that you may be spending many years relaxing and enjoying your retirement. So many retirees decide to stay in their home and maintain their home until they absolutely have to move into a senior care facility. For some seniors, this is a good option, however, so many other people decide that a retirement community can be a good place to start after they retire.

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Thickened Drinks and Meals for Seniors

Senior DrinkingSome seniors can drink ice water with no issues, however many seniors need thickened drinks as they age. Many nursing homes can provide these thickened products to seniors. The meals and drinks can be thickened to help the body thrive. Many companies provide an at-home thickening mixture that seniors can use while living at-home or receiving homecare services.

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It’s The Most Wonderful & Dangerous Time of The Year

Senior SafetyMany seniors are experiencing the chills of winter this year throughout the United States. Winter storms can be dangerous for seniors who are in a senior care facility. Winter weather often means snow, ice, and extremely cold temperatures. When the temperature starts to drop, make sure that your senior loved one, living at home or in a nursing home, is prepared for winter.

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Urine for a Treat

ToiletNo, not a treat per se, but some facts about your urine and what it might be telling you. Your senior loved one may be concerned about the color of their urine, the smell of their urine, or any other sensations they may feel while urinating. Your urine can indicate that there is possible health problems. Seniors in senior care facilities such as nursing homes or assisted living facilities may not notice their urine changes, but if the senior has regular doctor’s appointments, the doctor will test the urine for any problems or changes.

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Seniors are Targeted by Telephone Scams

Telephone ScamEveryone receives telemarketing phone calls and scam phone calls, but seniors may be even more vulnerable. Seniors seem to approve of sales phone calls more often than younger individuals, whether it is because they are hard of hearing, have dementia or Alzheimer’s disease, or love to talk on the phone. Seniors who live independently at home and receive home care senior services may receive these unwanted phone conversations.

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