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Many seniors took their time in adopting technology such as smartphones and getting online in general. Fortunately, most are now realizing the benefits and frequently communicating with family, friends and others via email. They can use a traditional computer or a mobile device like a tablet or smartphone. The challenge continues to be keeping them and their … Read more
Aging in place is no longer a movement but a lifestyle. Our senior loved ones want to live in the home of their choice as long as possible — hopefully the rest of their lives. For some seniors it may mean living in a home that isn’t suited to the needs of an aging adult, putting them at risk. Adjustments or … Read more
Two things are unavoidable for us all. Just one of them happens more than once, though. Yes, it is tax time again! Family caregivers and their senior loved ones all deserve the opportunity to have their taxes prepared in an efficient, accurate, timely and stress-free manner. Caregivers can use all the financial help they can get when … Read more
Age should not be the measuring stick we use to decide if someone should be on the road and behind the wheel. Driving helps our senior loved ones stay mobile and independent. We need to determine whether that driver is safe, medically able to drive safely and free from unsafe distractions while driving. There are accommodations … Read more
More than 9 million seniors in the U.S. struggle with hunger. That’s more than 9 million too many! The statistics on food insecurity and hunger among America’s seniors are alarming and heartbreaking. They should spur us on to action. In 2014 it was estimated 3 million households with seniors lived in food insecurity — which means they don’t have reliable access … Read more
We have been hearing for a number of years that seniors (and those of all ages) want to age in place. Simply put, we want to stay in the home of our choosing forever. It may require a move to a community that is more family accessible, a home that is smaller and lower maintenance, a … Read more
As the number of baby boomers who are also seniors grows rapidly, the number diagnosed with dementia, including Alzheimer’s disease, also grows. It is estimated there are more than 16 million people with dementia right now. 5.3 million more each year receive a diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease, one new person every 67 seconds. According to the Alzheimer’s … Read more
Technology bringing the doctor to our smart devices, including our phones and tablets, for a virtual telemedicine visit is a frequent topic of discussion at Senior Care Corner®. Not only are doctors doing health checkups and emergency treatment via tele-medicine, more doctors are making house calls for our vulnerable seniors. There are many doctors who are … Read more
Caregivers of seniors are often concerned with the vulnerability of their family members to developing malnutrition as they age and their intakes begin to decline. Malnutrition in our seniors is estimated to affect one in four older adults. Not eating right can affect the ability of our seniors to remain independent. Poor eating habits can … Read more
