Approximately 735,000 adults experience heart attacks each year, and more than 600,000 people die from heart disease in the United States annually. Cardiovascular disease remains the leading cause of death for both men and women. The La Mesa elderly home care experts at Coast Care Partners offer these strategies family members can implement to ensure the heart health of an older…
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Without proper balance, people risk slipping, falling, or getting into other accidents while moving around. Seniors are particularly likely to face balance issues. Because balance is an incredibly complicated skill, there are several reasons balance decreases with age. The La Mesa in-home care experts at Coast Care Partners share these facts about the underlying causes of balance issues in seniors so you can…
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Pneumonia is a type of lung infection that causes the lungs to fill up with fluid, resulting in breathing difficulty, coughs, fevers, and chills. Seniors often end up developing pneumonia after experiencing some other health issue, and this type of respiratory infection can be challenging to treat. Here are four things you can do to reduce your senior loved one’s…
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According to statistics from the American Heart Association and the American Stroke Association, stroke survivors have a 40 percent chance of experiencing a second vascular incident within the first five years after having the first event. Approximately 33 percent of strokes in the United States are second events. However, according to the La Mesa elderly home care experts at Coast…
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If your senior loved one has been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s, you need to start planning for the future. While you might be able to care for your parent on your own for quite some time, you’ll most likely need help once the disease progresses, so it’s a good idea to plan ahead and find compassionate professional caregivers who provide at-home…
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Depression is an issue many seniors face as they grow older, and it can disrupt their daily lives. Allowing your aging loved one to remain isolated and depressed could result in a poor quality of life, among other health issues. Here are some fun, engaging, and stimulating activities that could change your loved one’s mindset and alleviate anxiety and depression….
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Older adults are more likely to experience pain than any other age group, but many cases go untreated because seniors don’t share the discomfort with their family caregivers or primary care physicians. As a family caregiver, you should encourage your senior loved one to be honest at all times so you can provide the treatment he or she deserves. Here…
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A person’s risk of developing type 2 diabetes increases with age because it’s difficult for an aging body to properly respond to insulin. Since untreated diabetes can cause issues such as nerve damage or infections, being able to notice the key signs of type 2 diabetes in a senior is essential. The La Mesa home care experts at Coast Care…
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It’s crucial for older adults with Alzheimer’s disease to stay active by engaging in activities that aren’t too stressful or confusing. Doing emotionally appropriate and stimulating activities can also add fun to life and curb the progression of the illness. The El Cajon home care specialists at Coast Care Partners discuss a few safe and enjoyable activities for seniors with…
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Getting regular physical activity is necessary at any age. However, seniors are likely to stop exercising due to poor muscle strength, lack of energy, isolation, and other issues. As a family caregiver, you need to find ways to motivate your aging loved one to maintain a moderate exercise routine, which could boost his or her mental and physical wellbeing. Here…
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