Care Needs
Preventing Senior Scams
Mark goes to visit his mother one day to spend some time with her like a good son would do. He and his mom are sitting in the living room chatting when the phone starts to ring. She walks to the kitchen to answer the phone and starts talking to the person on the other…
Read MoreHow to Cope With Hearing Loss
Prevalence of Senior Hearing Loss One of the most common afflictions for older Americans is hearing loss. This hearing loss typically occurs gradually over the course of a person’s life, so the shift into debilitating hearing loss can be difficult for a person to detect individually. Approximately 2 in 3 people over the age of 75…
Read MoreTop 5 Dementia Routine Tips
We, as humans, crave routine. Routines allow us to feel comfortable and safe. Having consistency in your day can considerably simplify your life. When you are a person with abnormal cognitive function, such as a person with dementia, the need for consistency is even greater. The same can be said for seniors with dementia. People…
Read MoreHow to Let Grief Be Grief, and Nothing Else: Seniors Coping with Loss of a Spouse
For seniors who lose their spouse, it’s likely the hardest time of their entire lives. It’s important to know that grieving is completely natural and healthy. There’s no way to stop grief, and it’s unhealthy to try to stifle it. Everyone grieves in their own way and you should never feel ashamed of your sadness…
Read MoreSolutions to Vitamin D Deficiency in Seniors
The Need for Vitamin D Vitamin D deficiency is especially common in seniors who are spending much of their time inside. Vitamin D deficiency in seniors can be a serious problem for seniors. It can cause several issues like depression, increased risk of bone disorders, and increased risk of illnesses and diseases. Vitamin D is…
Read MoreTracking Brain Health to Detect Alzheimer’s
Discussing care with aging loved ones is never easy. For many, there is the elephant in the room of cognitive decline. After all, someone is diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease every 66 seconds in the United States. Because of this, there is an importance in tracking brain health to detect Alzheimer’s in seniors regularly. When to…
Read MoreSenior Benefits for Owning a Dog
As we each age, there are different challenges that we will face. Many of these can be helped by having a dog. Dogs are a great addition to the family. As you continue reading this blog from Fluent Woof, you will learn more about senior benefits for owning a dog. Companionship As people age, they…
Read MoreTips to Reduce Pneumonia in Seniors
During a winter in Pittsburgh, we huddle close together with loved ones and stay indoors to avoid the cold weather. Being in close quarters, however, can hasten the spread of disease. This is especially dangerous for vulnerable populations such as the elderly. One major illness that can be both common and deadly is pneumonia. With…
Read MoreHow Your Body Ages
Although incontinence is not merely an aspect of age, as we grow older, our organs do become less efficient. Therefore, our need for incontinence products as we advance in years. As the infographic makes clear, aging organs is a natural consequence of passing years. Our cells can only divide so many times before they die off –…
Read MoreA Joyful Senior Christmas
The holiday season is a common season for people to spend more time indoors with those who matter. Students and kids generally have an extended time off from classes and school, allowing them to relax at home and do activities such as play videogames. The parents often get a chance to take extended time off…
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