If your elderly family member had chickenpox as a child, she may not realize that she’s susceptible to a shingles outbreak now. Shingles is a painful, blistered rash that can pop up seemingly out of…
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September is National Preparedness Month and it’s a great time for seniors to take a look through their first aid kits and make sure that they have all the supplies they need for an emergency.…
Read More6 Benefits of Drinking More Tea for Seniors
You can’t beat tea for its hydration properties, but there are lots of other reasons your elderly family member may want to increase her tea intake, too. Many different societies around the world rely on…
Read MoreWhen Does Your Dad Need Home Care?
As your dad ages, his health changes and you find him struggling to do many of the tasks he once found so easy. How can you tell when it’s time for him to have home…
Read MoreChallenges Your Senior May Face Overnight
If you are going to take care of your elderly loved one overnight, there are certain issues that you will want to be aware of. By finding out more about these issues, you can learn…
Read MoreDuring the summer, a senior needs to focus on staying cool and hydrated. Because their bodies don’t react as well to high temperatures, seniors need to be very careful to avoid overheating and heat stroke.…
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