Urinary tract infections (UTI) are the most frequent form of bacterial infection contracted by our loved ones. Research conducted by the National Institutes of Health found that UTI affects 20% of women and 10% of men who are older than 80. Our loved ones may also experience more extreme symptoms than younger adults, such as…
Caring for your loved ones when you are not living together can seem particularly challenging. Thankfully, with many tech products available on the market such as monitoring devices and caregiver alert systems, these technologies can help you to find peace of mind that your loved ones are safe at home. With many benefits to offer,…
Elder Law has become a specialty arm of the legal profession due to the increasing aging population in the US. The number of senior citizens and average lifespan continue to rise every year. In 2015, there were almost 48 million citizens that were above the age of 65 in the US, and it is estimated…
Being a caregiver for an individual with dementia has its unique challenges. We may be able to use logic to address and communicate with others, however, for a family member with dementia, we can no longer do the same. This is because we cannot use logic with an individual who is not able to tell…
Staying engaged and active is good for both cognitive and physical health, therefore individuals with dementia need to participate in daily activities. Certain activities have been proven to be helpful for dementia patients, such as exercise, games, outdoor activities, maintaining daily routines, as well as art and music. Giving routine and structure to dementia patients…