When you begin suspecting your parent or loved one has Alzheimer’s or dementia, make a commitment to yourself to begin gathering data. Even though your loved one may not admit she’s having memory trouble, or may not even go in to the doctor’s for an official diagnosis, there’s no better time than to start the [...]
Read Full Post | Make a Comment ( None so far )Sometimes you realize you need options after a medical crises opens your eyes. Other times it’s a slow and gradual process. In either case, you suddenly realize that your loved one needs some type of care. But what options are available? What’s the best choice for you? 1. Self Care. Usually the easiest and natural [...]
Read Full Post | Make a Comment ( None so far )A broken hip is a common injury among the elderly, especially those aged 75 and over. In the U.S., about 300,000 Americans are hospitalized for a hip injury every year, and around 5 percent will die from their injuries. Hip fractures are common in the elderly due to weakened bones and osteoporosis. Hip fractures are [...]
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