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The main reasons seniors do not take their medication is because they forget or it doesn't make them feel better because they aren't taking it properly.
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Your parent may be safe to continue living alone, but we recommend you put a plan in place for aging wisely!
Increased weight gain or loss can be contributed to an underlying health issue, which increases the risk of infections, Muscle weakness, and decreased bone mass, which can lead to falls and fractures
The normal changes of aging, like poor eyesight or poor hearing, can make you more likely to fall. Illnesses and physical conditions can affect your strength and balance. Poor lighting or throw rugs in your home can make you more likely to trip or slip.
Falls are the # 1 reason for hospitalizations and causes for people to move into assisted living or nursing homes, please put a plan in place to prevent these from happening.
For those with chronic illnesses such as CHF or COPD homemaking becomes the first neglected item. Symptoms of shortness of breath, fatigue, and weakness make maintaining the home almost impossible, and housework is often the main reason for falls in the home.
You may be safe to continue living alone, but we recommend you put a plan in place for aging wisely!
Studies find that patients who received such tailored personal care and meals experienced 50 percent fewer hospitalizations and 72 percent fewer admissions to skilled nursing facilities.
Staying social can reduce your risk of developing depression, increase cognitive function, and can slow health decline.
Chronic diseases such as CHF, COPD, Diabetes are leading causes of hospitalizations in the United States and in our local community, many of these hospitalizations can be prevented.
Studies show that the majority of hospitalizations and ER visits with people over the age of 65 can be prevented. Let us tell you how!
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