UTI Information for Seniors
A common illness that is often misdiagnosed in seniors is UTIs. UTI can often similar symptoms to dementia. This causes the true problem of the UTI to be overlooked. Continue reading to learn more UTI information for seniors in Pittsburgh. Meet Alice: Alice is an 88-year-old woman living on her own in her home. She…
Read MoreA Two-Part Guide to Long-Term Care
According to statistics cited in Morningstar, 52 percent of people turning 65 will need long-term care services in their lifetime. Many of those people will need at least 1.5 years of long-term care, and about 14 percent of all people will need it for longer than five years. This means that, statistically speaking, you will…
Read MoreThe Right Pets Can Help the Elderly
The adult children are away with their own families, and grandma’s once hectic house is now an empty nest. While the huge decrease in responsibility may be a well-deserved break, such changes often result in seniors becoming lonely or even depressed, especially upon the passing of their spouse. One of the cures for such changes…
Read MoreAffordable Care Plan for Seniors
There is no way around it. Senior care is costly. No matter what service your loved one requires, the truth is that it will likely cost more than you are expecting. The odds are 1 in 5 that your loved one will have over $25,000 in out of pocket long term care costs. And that…
Read MoreMaking Life Easier Through Mobile Apps for Seniors
When the seniors in our lives act like they’ve got nothing to gain from technology, and they opt out of the help their cell phones can bring. The Apple Watch has a reputation for having biometric sensors so that it can track heart rate and count steps — it’s marketed as a health aid. But…
Read MoreLearning a New Skill as a Senior
You may have heard the phrase you can’t teach an old dog new tricks, which means when someone ages their ability to learn something new is not there. However, this is not true, and more so it is almost more capable for a senior to be able to learn something new. As you grow up,…
Read MoreTips to Prevent Strokes in Seniors
Strokes are the fifth leading cause of death and the primary cause of long-term disability in the United States. Millions of people are affected by the devastating effects of a stroke; however, almost 80% of them are preventable. As seniors age, they become more susceptible to having a stroke. In fact, The National Institute says…
Read MoreFoods to Include in a Senior’s Diet
As the human body ages years of activity or inactivity pays a heavy toll on our body’s health and our energy levels. Choosing what to eat to help us track and maintain an exercise routine is important. Since we get our energy from digesting foods, it is important for us to pick the right foods…
Read MoreHome Health Care Guide for Beginners
If you are new to home health care, chances are you are unfamiliar with how agencies operate. Many people have questions such as, “What kinds of services do you provide” and “What are the pros of home health care vs the pros of a facility.” Hopefully this home health care guide for beginners serves as…
Read MoreFour Enjoyable Activities For Seniors to Enhance Quality of Life
At Home Seniors Services knows that staying and feeling as healthy as possible is essential, no matter the age. As we grow older, numerous significant mental and physical changes arise, and it is crucial to address and mature from these difficulties to remain healthy. You can do many things to maintain your physical and emotional…
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