tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-89821013424325086432024-03-19T00:42:40.568-07:00Senior Care AidEmily Jacobhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06163190417486248887noreply@blogger.comBlogger9125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8982101342432508643.post-34421401805797262852015-07-20T00:57:00.003-07:002015-07-20T00:57:37.740-07:007 Tips to Prevent Seniors From Falling at Home<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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Falls are the most common accident seniors experience and
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The first step is to clean up any clutter around the house.
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hazards. Make sure everything has a place and is put back when not in use,
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The second step is to clear away anything else that can
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thick rugs have raised edges that can easily be stumbled over.Rearrange or get
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The third step is to keep the floors dry. Immediately wipe
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The fourth step is to wear proper footwear inside the house.
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The fifth step is to make sure the home is well lit.
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The sixth step is to install handles and handrails wherever
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The seventh step is to eliminate seasonal hazards. Have the
walkways and driveways shoveled and salted in the winter, raked in the fall,
and swept of loose grass and branches in the spring and summer. Keep the yard
maintained as well so no plants overgrow onto walking areas or make it
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When seniors take these preventive measures, they greatly
reduce their risk of falling at home. But they may need help doing so. To learn
about senior care services in Carlsbad, <a href="http://www.northcountyhomecare.com/">visit this website</a>. </div>
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If your elderly loved one chooses to live independently, ask him or her how you can help prepare for that lifestyle. Suggestions include placing online grocery orders, safe-proofing the home, being involved with healthcare, and providing companionship... <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/geeta-nayyar-md/caregiving-5-ways-to-help-elderly-age-independently_b_2878966.html?ir=India&adsSiteOverride=in">read more</a> </div>
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Emily Jacobhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06163190417486248887noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8982101342432508643.post-26145478416464023402015-07-20T00:50:00.002-07:002015-07-20T00:50:36.116-07:00Report: Status of Women in the States Reveals Long-Term Care Challenges<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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The new report “Status of Women in the States” takes a look at older
women across the country and by state including demographics,
opportunities, health, and employment and earnings… <a href="http://www.alfa.org/News/4478/Report%3A-Status-of-Women-in-the-States-Reveals-Long-Term-Care-Challenges">read more</a></div>
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Emily Jacobhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06163190417486248887noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8982101342432508643.post-81977699966931561052015-07-20T00:49:00.003-07:002015-07-20T00:49:59.854-07:005 Day Trips for Seniors With Mobility Limitations<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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Life as a senior can get mundane,
especially when living alone or in a nursing home. These feelings canbe
even more prominent among those with limited mobility. Bring some
excitement into a senior’s life by going on a day trip to one of these
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<strong>Museum</strong></div>
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Museums are usually large and open to
provide maximum space for walkers and wheelchair users. Their cold
interiors are great for avoiding heat stroke. Choose a museum that fits
your elderly loved one’s interests and schedule a tour, or go at your
own pace.</div>
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<strong>Beach</strong></div>
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Many beaches have handicap accessibility
to get down to the shore. If your loved one would rather not lay on the
sand and watch the waves, push him or her in a wheelchair down the
sidewalk to watch the people and sample the vendors.</div>
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<strong>City</strong></div>
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Get to know your own town. Visit an
old-fashioned downtown area for unique shops and food, or check for a
tour you can take on a bus or trolley.</div>
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<strong>Zoo</strong></div>
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No one outgrows the fun of seeing wild
animals. Zoos are very handicap accessible, and large ones usually have
seated tours as well. This idea is best for mild weather days to avoid
overheating.</div>
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<strong>Theater</strong></div>
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Dress up for a night out seeing an opera
or ballet at the theater. The required sitting is ideal for those with
limited mobility, and the fancy attire and venue can help make up for
any feelings of dependency.</div>
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Restricted movement doesn’t have to stop
seniors from going out and about. Neither does not having friends or
family members to accompany them. To learn about <a href="http://www.northcountyhomecare.com/errands-transportation">senior escorts in Vista</a>, visit the website.</div>
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Emily Jacobhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06163190417486248887noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8982101342432508643.post-45712225620110385822015-07-08T02:38:00.001-07:002015-07-08T02:38:08.702-07:00Tips for Moving Your Elderly Loved Ones<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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Moving is a stressful and challenging process for anyone, let alone seniors. You can make it smooth and manageable for elderly loved ones by communicating with them, planning properly, and having enough help... <a href="http://www.aplaceformom.com/blog/tips-for-moving-elderly-parents/">read more</a></div>
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Emily Jacobhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06163190417486248887noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8982101342432508643.post-5203342099519247472015-07-08T02:36:00.003-07:002015-07-08T02:36:45.570-07:00Spring Mill Improves Resident Care through Creative Cost Cutting<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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Senior living communities search regularly for ways to cut costs in some areas and to boost resources in others in their mission to provide the best care and communication possible for residents and loved ones... <a href="http://www.alfa.org/News/4477/Spring-Mill-Improves-Resident-Care-through-Creative-Cost-Cutting">read more</a></div>
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Emily Jacobhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06163190417486248887noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8982101342432508643.post-76919907596427945602015-07-08T02:27:00.003-07:002015-07-08T02:27:38.844-07:00How Senior Memory Care Can Help Your Loved One’s Quality of Life<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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When people think of nursing homes
and other assisted living facilities, they usually think of sterile,
impersonal places for dependent seniors who have nowhere else to go.
This dismal image can make it hard for seniors and their families to
choose elderly care institutions. However, there is a new and better
standard of living that is sweeping the nation: memory care.</div>
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<strong>What Is Memory Care?</strong></div>
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Memory care is a treatment program for
the elderly who suffer from dementia and Alzheimer’s disease. It
provides a community with social events, wander paths, entertainment
facilities, healthcare, sensory activities, and physical and mental
therapy. The residents are not locked and are allowed to walk about in
freedom, but the community is still secure and guarded to create a
balance of independence and safety. It is also designed for easy
navigation to decrease anxiety.</div>
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<strong>Why Is Memory Care Important?</strong></div>
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The rate of Alzheimer’s is predicted to
double in the next two generations. While there is no cure for this
disease, memory care helps those affected live as functionally as
possible and improve their mental abilities. It gives them a better
quality life through empowerment and respect. It also gives their
families peace of mind knowing their loved ones are being properly
attended to.</div>
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As more and more families are realizing
the benefits of memory care, the supply for this treatment has increased
dramatically. The senior assisted living industry has been trying to
meet the demand by establishing more programs nationwide. For more
information on <a href="http://www.soquelleisurevilla.com/memory-care">memory care in Soquel</a>, visit this website.</div>
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Emily Jacobhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06163190417486248887noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8982101342432508643.post-57162276051591874862015-07-08T02:22:00.004-07:002015-07-10T22:48:45.185-07:00The Most Useful Gifts for the Elderly in Assisted Living<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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Finding the right gift for elderly loved ones in assisted living can seem impossible, until you think of their everyday needs. Give something practical and thoughtful, such as comfortable non-skid slippers or a trip to the hair salon... <a href="http://www.aplaceformom.com/blog/2013-12-11useful-gifts-for-seniors-in-assisted-living/">read more</a></div>
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