With an increasing aging population, being able to evaluate nursing homes on important issues is an essential skill for caregivers and children with aging parents. When one considers that their …
Continue Reading8 Nursing Home Pitfalls to Avoid
Living with Type 2 Diabetes
Diabetes is on the rise in our society, affecting over 9{d0e74b8a3596e4326b45924d39792f257a1f9983beed4201831d386befd3d18e} of the population, with type 2 diabetes accounting for 90-95{d0e74b8a3596e4326b45924d39792f257a1f9983beed4201831d386befd3d18e} of all new diagnoses of diabetes (CDC, 2014). Type …
Continue ReadingPreventing and Treating Bed Sores
The number of people at risk from pressure ulcers is increasing due to an aging population and a growing prevalence of long-term chronic conditions. Older adults who have functional limitations …
Continue ReadingAid for Arthritis Aches
Do you suffer with stiff and painful joints? According to the Arthritis Foundation, joint inflammation is the number one cause of disability and pain in the US, affecting 1 in …
Continue ReadingPreventing a Break: Osteoporosis in Older Adults
According to the National Center for Health Statistics, 48.3{d0e74b8a3596e4326b45924d39792f257a1f9983beed4201831d386befd3d18e} of adults aged 65 and over had low bone mass of the lumbar spine or femur (Looker & Frenk, 2015). Low …
Continue ReadingPreventing Caregiver Burnout
The impact of one individual’s health can have a ripple effect on an entire family. Family members are caring for their loved ones in the home more today and for …
Continue Reading5 Myths and Truths About Aging and the Changes It Brings
Does getting older really mean getting sick, debilitated, and unhappy? In this article, we will explore common myths of aging which can result in ageism, as well as the truths …
Continue Reading