Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) can occur at any age that a traumatic event occurs. In the elderly, PTSD presents unique challenges. Caregivers are urged to understand PTSD symptoms, what triggers them, and how to manage care so that seniors experience the best quality of life. PTSD manifests differently in different people. In the elderly, the condition is mistaken for other…
Falls are commonplace accidents that can disrupt the everyday activities of the elderly. Whether the fall leads to a minor bump or a broken bone, it’s important for seniors to manage their pain. The following are tactics they can use to minimize the ache and help the injury heal. How common are falls in the elderly? Millions of people aged…
Aging comes with various hurdles, like declining health and legal issues. Families and their elderly parents can seek out the tailored services of a geriatric social worker to help them jump over these hurdles and improve the quality of life for the seniors. Here’s how to find one. What is a geriatric social worker? A social worker who specializes in…
The kidneys are just one part of a seemingly endless list of body parts that begin to break down as people age. However, our kidneys are an essential part of our overall health, tasked with the job of clearing out toxins from our bloodstream and processing waste into urine. We rely on our kidneys to live long, healthy lives and…
Incontinence issues and bathroom accidents are not uncommon among the elderly. Whether they are unable to make it to the bathroom on time or fail to take proper aim, misplaced urine can create stains and odors. Here’s how to get these unpleasant odors out of the senior’s clothes. When an older adult suffers from urinary incontinence, urine spills are inevitable….
As our loved ones gracefully age, they encounter a myriad of health and mental challenges, with one significant concern being the increased propensity for falls. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), around one in four Americans aged 65 and older fall each year, resulting in millions of emergency room visits. Falling is not just a normal…
Physical tasks are oftentimes a major part of a caregiver’s responsibilities. Lifting and transferring a senior, especially one who is overweight and immobile, is challenging. Caregivers are urged to provide transfer assistance carefully to avoid injuring themselves or the senior. Lifting and transferring elderly care recipients are necessary to keep them comfortable. A senior who has just returned from a…
