Did you know that around 6 million people in the U.S. have some form of dementia or another? And, as the population gets older, naturally, this number of people is set to increase with it. But, if you’re dealing with dementia (personally or with a family member), there’s hope (in the form of managing it […]
If you or a loved one turned 65 in 2020, there’s a 70% chance that you’ll need some sort of long-term care or assistance during the “golden years”, at least, according to the US Department of Health and Human Services. With the average annual cost of home care being $54,000 and care facilities at $96,000,
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I’ve mentioned in several other blog posts (Aging In Place) that statistics show that most seniors in the US want to remain in their homes for as long as possible. Aging in place, or staying in their own homes, instead of moving to an assisted living facility or nursing home, has become an increasingly popular
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Nordic Walking is a form of physical activity that combines walking with the use of specialized poles, similar to those used in cross-country skiing. In fact, it was initially developed in Finland in the 1930s as a summer training method for cross-country skiers. Over the years, it has become a popular fitness activity with numerous
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I may be biased, but I think physical therapy is a very effective way, not only to maintain, but to improve the physical and mental health of seniors and the elderly. If you’re a caregiver, then you know that seniors generally develop mobility issues. Some times the problem with mobility is due to suspected “chronic
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It’s important that medical professionals educate their patients (and their families) on the different types of care that may be available to them or a loved one. Two of the most commonly confused services are hospice and home health care. I’ll try in this article, to briefly discuss the differences between the two and how
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