There is an ongoing debate surrounding whether cats and dogs are beneficial for aging adults or not. Some people say that caring for the furry friends helps the elderly to stave off depression and their presence motivates the owners to live an active life. Others, however, point out that an animal in the household could increase the chance of tripping and falling. In defense of the pets, not every emergency is their fault; careless behavior just as easily leads to unnecessary injuries. Nevertheless, acknowledging the possible dangers of owning a pet is important for any senior considering one. Read More…
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Medical Alert Systems as a Solution for Elder Abuse
When people think about their retirement years they envision a peaceful time in which they are able to finally dedicate themselves to their loved ones, pursue hobbies and maintain a relaxing lifestyle. Sadly this illusion is shattered for numerous seniors who are day-to-day victims of financial, physical or mental abuse. The numbers are shockingly high, as almost every tenth American citizen above 60 has experienced abuse of some sort, as stated by the National Council of Aging.
To make matters worse, not everyone turns to the police because they are afraid, oppressed or simply embarrassed. Nevertheless, experts estimate that the number of elderly abuse victims to be around two to five million per year. In order to protect seniors and provide them with the treatment that they rightfully deserve, we as a society should learn to recognize the signs of elderly abuse, as well as realize a means to help those in need. Read More…
Why Are the Elderly Afraid of Water?
People often joke about aging, claiming that the elderly come up with new whims as they get older. There is truth behind this observation, though: Swedish researchers have pointed out that every second senior above 70 has developed at least one phobia. The subject of the fear varies greatly, but aquaphobia – or the fear of water – seems to be the most common.
Much to their caregiver’s dismay, aging adults often refuse to take a shower or allow themselves to be bathed, coming up with some baffling reasons such as ‘I don’t want to be boiled alive’ or ‘I feel something creeping on me’. But deep inside the excuses and tantrums lies a serious issue that family members must understand in order to help their relative overcome the fear. Read More…
Safety Tips for Seniors in Case of a Power Outage
Nowadays our lives are so dependent on electricity that if a blackout happened, we simply wouldn’t know what to do. A day-long outage might be a minor inconvenience for adults and a major crisis for internet-loving millennials, but it’s a pretty dangerous situation for seniors.
After some time without electricity, the freezer will start defrosting, the building begins to overheat or freeze because the air-conditioner has stopped working, and there’s no way of calling for help with the landline phone. And worst still, without bright lights the chance of the elderly falling at night increases tenfold, but at the same time lighting a candle could risk the whole house burning down. Seniors must prepare themselves for the possibility of a power outage. Read More…
How to Keep Forgetful Seniors Out of Harm’s Way?
There are three tropes associated with old age: grey hair, a cane, and always forgetting the location of their keys or glasses. Small lapses in memory seem to be an inevitable side effect of becoming a senior, and in most cases it only causes minor frustration for both the individual in question and their family. However, absent-mindedness may have serious consequences, especially if the elderly relative insists on maintaining an independent lifestyle. Forgetting to take a medicine or accidentally eating food they are allergic to, for example, is not something anyone should underestimate. But don’t become terrified, the condition can be kept under control. Read More…
Vacationing Abroad With a Medical Alert System
Portability and the freedom of traveling are perks that many medical alert companies boast about. Indeed, mobile buttons or on-the-go stations are perfect for seniors who live an active lifestyle, as they can carry the device in their bag. If an accident happens, they simply push the button and expect the same quality of assistance in any of the 50 states.
But what about a trip to a foreign country, for instance? Does the safety net extend outside the borders of the U.S.? If not, what can elderly travelers do to stay protected while enjoying the culture of another country? Read More…
Organizing the Perfect Vacation for Senior Parents
When we are kids summer vacations are all about carefree fun, rest and relaxation. However, as people turn into adults, organizing a good old-fashioned family vacation with senior parents can become a heavy burden. It’s important to know that it is still possible to have some much deserved ‘me-time’ while your aging loved ones are out having a good time on their own, too. Read More…
Planning With Long-Term Care: In-Home and Community Based Services
Long-term care is a concept people often hear about but are usually unsure as to how to go about achieving it or what the specifics are. The best way to describe LTC is that it’s a group of services intended to meet the needs of a person suffering from a long-term or terminal illness. Although it’s frequently associated with senior citizens, it might be requested by people of any age. Long-term care can be formal or informal, depending on whether the care is provided by paid professionals or by loving family members. The service also involves community-based activities that can help the patient rehabilitate and socialize, or clinical services such as physical therapy and nursing. Read More…
True Peace of Mind With Senior Activity Monitoring
Living an independent life might feel like an achievement of self-sufficiency for seniors, but their relatives often stress about their health and well-being. “Are they eating regularly?” they might ask themselves. “Are they taking their pills in an orderly fashion? They won’t pick up the phone, what if they have fallen again? I wish I could keep an eye on them all day…“
These are just a few of the worries that might plague the mind of a caring relative that will not be cured by calling on a daily basis. To make matters worse, many seniors neglect themselves without regular human contact, but many families cannot afford to hire a caregiver to attend to the needs of the elderly person non-stop. Fortunately there is a non-intrusive way to monitor your loved one’s life. Read More…
New iHelp Device Geared Towards Seniors in Bermuda
ICSS – short for Investing in Care, Safety and Security – is a medical alert company based in Bermuda and is widely-known for their Medipendant product that has brought peace of mind to local seniors. Although the company’s aim is to give elderly residents the chance to age in place, they aren’t the only audience of ICSS. As a matter of fact, the company’s personal emergency devices are favored by children who must travel alone to school as well as patients with mobility problems. Besides selling their own products, ICSS also offers a monitoring service complete with highly trained operators.
However, medical alert devices are not the sole product sold by ICSS, with the company also featuring an expandable home security kit – the WER@Home package – that includes an array of stylish sensors and cameras alongside a mobile app for self-monitoring. Read More…
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