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Author Archives: Louise Savoie
Ventilator Care and Management for Senior Adults
Chronic conditions are common in senior adults. As they continue to age, their health usually declines. In this case, they will need prescribed medications, treatment, and lifestyle changes. Unfortunately, some illnesses become too severe for...
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Sense of Belongingness in Congregate Living Health Facility
Socialization among older adults is just as important as socialization among young children. Often, its importance is overlooked as if human connection when you are older stops becoming relevant. But this isn’t the case at Grand Villa...
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Lifestyle Change for Stroke Prevention
A stroke is a known medical emergency that needs immediate attention. Usually, a stroke occurs when there is minimal or little blood supply in the brain which prevents it from getting enough oxygen and nutrients. As a result, brain cells...
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Common Factors of Falls in Older Adults
Think about safety when doing home chores. You ensure the safety of everyone, including the seniors in the family. If you are not careful in managing your home, accidents like falls can happen. According to the National Council on Aging, falls...
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Things You Need to Know About Elderly Exercise
Age is just a number. As the elderly family members grow older, you should always tell them about that quote. This is true according to exercise physiologist, Evelyn O’Neill of the Hebrew Rehabilitation Center. The level of physical fitness...
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Pointers When Choosing Meals for Aging Loved Ones
Due to reduced strength and mobility, seniors may end up eating foods they can easily prepare. These typically include junk foods and processed foods which are unhealthy for them. That is why a lot of older adults take advantage of various care...
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