News from the CDC: Antibiotic Resistance Is Increasing and More Seniors Are Impacted
Those days of going to the physician for a routine antibiotic are over, or should be soon. According to the CDC, antibiotic resistance is on the rise, and an astounding two million people annually are identified as having an antibiotic-resistant strain of disease. What’s more, a staggering 23,000 people die each year because of this. […]
Tips on Reducing Alzheimer’s Agitation During the Holidays
Reducing Alzheimer’s agitation is daunting on any given day, but add in disruptions to routine, extra visitors, decorations, and noise, and you may just have a recipe for increased anxiety and discomfort. The key to a pleasant holiday for both your family and your senior loved one with Alzheimer’s lies in pre-planning, remaining flexible, and […]
Having an Attitude of Gratitude All Year Long Can Improve Senior Health
As they say there is always something to be grateful for, and this time of year, more than any other, drives home the need for us to have an attitude of gratitude. However, for the elderly, for many different reasons, it may be hard to find and focus on the positives in the course of […]
Alzheimer’s Disease Symptoms: How Halloween Can Bring About Increased Confusion and Agitation
There’s certainly no age limit in experiencing the excitement of Halloween! Older adults generally are thrilled by visits from trick-or-treaters, and also the chance to savor fall treats and fun decorations. However, if an older adult is dealing with Alzheimer’s disease symptoms, certain components of the Halloween season might end up being downright frightening. Unexpectedly, […]
Help Prevent Abuse and Fraud Against Seniors with These Steps
It breaks our hearts to listen to stories in the news of vulnerable seniors who have endured mistreatment and abuse, and perhaps it seems like it’s something which will happen to “somebody else” – certainly not to our very own family members. Nonetheless, approximately five million seniors within the United States are the subject of […]
Emergency Preparedness Tips for Older Adults: Create A Disaster Plan Today!
Tornadoes, hurricanes, and earthquakes, along with other natural disasters, occur suddenly, and while it’s vital for all of us to have an emergency plan in place, it is extremely important for older adults, who are often challenged with mobility or chronic health concerns. Because September is National Preparedness Month, it’s the perfect opportunity to ensure […]
Flu-Related Complications: Know How to Keep Seniors Safe
Far from merely sniffles and a cough, the flu can hit seniors hard. With a weakened immune system, individuals over age 65 are especially susceptible to flu-related complications that could be rather severe. As we enter into flu season, Morning Glory Home Care wants to help you and the seniors in your life be prepared […]
Should Seniors Receive the Flu Shot or Other Vaccines? Learn the Latest Recommendations
Despite a greater emphasis from the health community regarding the need for immunizations for senior loved ones, a sizable percentage are still not heeding the information – placing these older adults in jeopardy for serious illness as well as death. In reality, 1 out of 3 adults over age 65 opted against receiving a flu […]
Beat the Heat and Mobility Issues with These Pool Exercises for Seniors
There is almost nothing greater than a relaxing dip in the pool to beat the summer heat, and with the buoyancy of the water, pool exercises for seniors gives the added benefit of the perfect low-impact environment to help aging adults remain active while alleviating stress to joints. Make certain to seek the advice of […]
Tips to Help Promote Independence and Safety for a Senior Loved One
When a loved one is struggling to complete a job, our typical instinct, with the very best of intentions, is usually to step in and do it ourselves. But is this truly supporting a senior loved one – or can it be hindering? Truth be told, there is a fine line between independence and guaranteeing […]