Get to the ER fast, say doctors at Harvard Medical School, if any of these problems occur: Severe abdominal pain. Especially if there is vomiting, swelling or tenderness of the abdomen or fever....
When should you go to the emergency room?
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Fall Prevention in 2023
In 2019 the CDC reported that over 34,000 adults 65 and older died from falls, making it the leading cause for injury death among this group. I won’t list all the scary facts about what occurs after...
5 Gifts for Stressed Out Caregivers
Each year we see articles floating around about what to get the older adults in our lives. But what about those stressed out caregivers who care for them? What do you get them? Here are 5 ideas for...
The Importance of Updating your Drivers License
I recently decided to update my driver's license information online and realized that I did not have any information on who to call in an emergency. I honestly don't remember if this is a question...
Showing Gratitude during National Family Caregiver Month
November is a time to recognize the more than 40 million family caregivers across this country who help aging parents, ill spouses, and disabled individuals remain safe and as independent as...
How Physical Therapy Can Help You Be a Safer Caregiver
Physical therapists (PTs) can be a huge asset for caregivers PTs can help you be a safer caregiver through answering questions about implementing home exercise programs, proper equipment use, and...
Should you bathe every day?
The hot new discussion on social media: Do you really need to bathe every day? That depends, say the experts. Washing daily is nice for social reasons, but not absolutely necessary to protect our...
Caregiver Fluid Intake and Stress
Its important for our ourselves and our stress levels as well as the health of the person we are caring for to keep ourselves hydrated.
Important Financial Questions to Consider When Preparing Parents for Long-Term Care
Oftentimes, it is up to an adult child to investigate how long-term care needs will be financed for a parent. How do you know what your parents can afford so you can help them make appropriate...
Home Care Option Definitions
Private Duty, Medicare, Home Health Care, Hospice…..what is the difference between all of these options, and the bigger question…which is the right option for my situation? Trying to navigate...
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