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July 16, 2019  |  By Duncan Gumaer  |  In Process of Aging, Senior Care Advice

How To Deal With Stubborn Aging Parents

Looking after an aging parent can be stressful. Sometimes seniors become more obstinate with age. Other times, dementia, medications, and similar complications can make things more difficult. But like almost any conflict, learning how to deal with stubborn aging parents can help ensure better outcomes for everyone involved. Reasons for Being Stubborn Dealing with difficult […]

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July 9, 2019  |  By Duncan Gumaer  |  In Alzheimer's Disease, Dementia

How To Know When Your Loved One Is Sundowning

Most people understand that people with dementia have their good days and their bad days. What’s less known is that the symptoms of dementia can also be affected by the time of day. Researchers named this phenomenon sundown syndrome, and it’s fairly common among people with Alzheimer’s disease. But what causes sundowners, and what can […]

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June 27, 2019  |  By Duncan Gumaer  |  In Senior Care Advice, Transportation

Transportation for Seniors to Medical Appointments

When loved ones are no longer able to drive, transportation problems can become potentially crippling. It’s estimated about half of Americans over 65 do not have access to public transit. This is especially common among rural areas. But access to personal transportation for seniors can be essential to maintaining independence, being able to visit with […]

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June 18, 2019  |  By Duncan Gumaer  |  In Quality of Life, Senior Care Advice

In Home Haircuts for Seniors

Young or old, most people enjoy looking their best. Unfortunately, seniors who are facing mobility issues or similar concerns can have a difficult time getting that kind of care on a regular basis. Even for seniors who don’t have mobility issues, it’s easy to find an excuse to put off your next haircut. But the […]

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June 11, 2019  |  By Duncan Gumaer  |  In Falls, Home Safety, Injury Prevention

Falls in the Elderly: Statistics

We’ve all fallen before, but as we get older, falls become far more dangerous. Falls are the leading cause of injury among seniors, including the leading cause of fatal injury. Among those who survive, a fall could threaten their future independence. Falls can also take a huge financial and personal cost. By looking over some […]

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May 21, 2019  |  By Duncan Gumaer  |  In Alzheimer's Disease, Dementia, Hospice & End of Life

Terminal Lucidity: Dementia Clarity Before Death

Experiencing a burst of energy before death sounds like it would only happen in dramatic films or other forms of fiction. But it’s actually fairly common, and has been observed in modern medical literature for at least two and a half centuries. You can even find accounts from ancient Greek physicians like Hippocrates. What is […]

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May 14, 2019  |  By Duncan Gumaer  |  In Medication

Polypharmacy in the Elderly

Modern medicine allows us live longer and more comfortable lives, but safely taking multiple medications is not without its own challenges. As no strangers to prescription medications, seniors are among the most likely to face those challenges. As one medication is prescribed for a health condition, and another is prescribed to treat side effects, it’s […]

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May 7, 2019  |  By Duncan Gumaer  |  In Nutrition & Diet

Senior Nutrition: Program, Guidelines, and Tips

As we get older, our nutritional needs change. At the same time, we tend to become less active, and our metabolism slows down. This leads seniors to eat less, leading many to an increased risk of malnutrition. But the importance of nutrition in elderly adults is hard to overstate. Malnourished individuals experience worse health outcomes […]

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April 25, 2019  |  By Duncan Gumaer  |  In Senior Care Advice

Fluid in Lungs: Elderly Causes, Symptoms, Treatment, Prognosis

Having fluid in the lungs can be scary, dangerous, and deeply uncomfortable. As each breath draws fluid into the lungs instead of air, the resulting shortness of breath may feel like drowning. Fluid in lungs of the elderly is quite common, and it’s often difficult to treat. But what causes fluid in the lungs in […]

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April 18, 2019  |  By Duncan Gumaer  |  In Nutrition & Diet, Process of Aging

Bowel Changes in the Elderly

As we age, our digestive system undergoes a number of different changes. Some of these changes are just a natural part of growing old. Some are the result of years of lifestyle and diet decisions becoming more apparent in our health. And some are side effects from one of the numerous medications we may take. […]

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