by John Webb | May 7, 2018 | Home Health Care, Medication Adherence, Medication Compliance, Medication Therapy Management, Uncategorized
The American Geriatrics Society reports that over 30% of senior citizens respond adversely to their prescribed medications. Why? There are multiple reasons as to why, but the major one doesn’t lie in forgetfulness as so many have thought through the years. The... by John Webb | Nov 28, 2016 | Caregiver, Dealing with Changes, Elderly, Self Help for the Caregiver, Uncategorized
There is nothing more difficult than losing someone you deeply love and are very close too. For the elderly, one partner is bound to pass before the other—leaving one widowed. When combining old age and poor health with the death of the significant other; this can... by John Webb | Oct 19, 2016 | Uncategorized
Children of aging parents can often face more than what they are initially prepared for. For instance, when it comes down to communication gaps between medical providers, caregivers and the aging parent and/or parents—there can be a great deal of confusion. This is... 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 | Sep 5, 2016 | Caregiver, Dealing with Changes, Living Arrangements, Uncategorized
Many elderly people are recipients under Medicare when they reach a specific age, but there is quite a bit to learn here too. This is especially the case when we begin dealing with something such as a chronic, or terminal illness impacting an elderly loved one. ... by John Webb | Aug 1, 2016 | Dealing with Changes, Elderly, Financial and Legal Assistance, Living Arrangements, Uncategorized
Are you wanting to improve the living environment for the elderly within your community? Are you at a loss as to where to start, or what programs might be accessible to you? The Internet has a wealth of information available for those who want to volunteer their...
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