by John Webb | Sep 28, 2016 | Elderly, Living Arrangements, Physical and Mental Conditions of Aging, Uncategorized
Injuries are very common among the elderly and while many of these are unintentional they account for about 85% of deaths every year. According to the National Center for Health Statistics, between 2012 and 2013 alone adults aged 65 and older suffered injuries or...
by John Webb | Aug 16, 2016 | Caregiver, Elderly, Living Arrangements, Physical and Mental Conditions of Aging
Just a few changes in your home can protect your elderly loved ones from traumatic accidents. Yes, falls within the home are quite common among the elderly, with one in every three suffering injuries from an accidental mishap. Many accidental falls are responsible...
by John Webb | Jul 5, 2016 | Medication Adherence, Medication Compliance, Medication Therapy Management, Physical and Mental Conditions of Aging, Uncategorized
All healthcare professionals want to make a difference in patient’s lives, but this can sometimes be an uphill climb, specifically when dealing with patient compliancy issues. This is often where a service such as a medication call reminder service can make a...
by John Webb | Jun 22, 2016 | Physical and Mental Conditions of Aging
At any age, physical health has a strong impact on mental health. In later life, this association is even stronger because older adults typically have several chronic health conditions that can affect physical as well as mental health. Vision Your family member is...
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