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Thursday, December 29, 2011

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how senior helpers of ocean and burlington counties help senior's deal with the effects of aging




I find it a lousy deal. There's no advantage in getting older. I'm 74 now. You don't get smarter, you don't get wiser, you don't get more mellow, you don't get more kindly. Nothing good happens. Your back hurts more. You get more indigestion. Your eyesight isn't as good. You need a hearing aid. It's a bad business getting older, and I would advise you not to do it."
Immortal words spoken by an immortal man: Woody Allen said this at last year's Cannes Festival, and while anyone getting older can surely sympathize, this provides great insight for anyone with aging parents. Many people get frustrated with their aging parents, whether because they feel smothered by the need to help them, or worried that they can't. Really, though, there's little reason to worry. Caring for aging parents might seem like a daunting task, but truthfully, it doesn't have to be. You and your parent or parents just need to find the right balance. At senior helpers of toms river nj and brick nj we help our elderly clients to embrace the challenge of aging by
maintaing the quality of life they desire.
One of the best ways you can help aging parents is by making sure they know they have nothing to be embarrassed about. Many people, as they get older, experience the pains of aging, which are often unpleasant and necessitate a lot of help. Things that are simple for you--climbing stairs, getting in and out of the bathtub, driving a car--may no longer be quite as easy for them. They shouldn't be ashamed of this--if you need to help them get upstairs or drive them around, joke about how they would do the same for you, then remind them that they did.
Another great way to care for your aging parents is by helping them stay healthy. This may be more difficult than it sounds--as the body ages the immune system ages along with it, no longer working as well as it once did. But that doesn't mean your parents should neglect their health. Make sure they remember to eat healthily; take them to their general physician to get an idea of what kind of diet they should be maintaining, and if they should take vitamins. Most likely the doctor will confirm this--older people tend to want to eat less, which means they'll need to get certain nutrients elsewhere. Your aging parents might consider having blood work done to see if there are particular vitamins they should be taking.
Your parents' aging doesn't have to take a toll on their or your lives. As long as you're there for them while offering encouragement when they want to do things for themselves, everyone's lifestyle will be able to remain largely the same. Just keep in mind that they will need your help from time to time--be there, just as they were there for you as you grew up.

How senior helpers of medford ,moorestown , and mount holly nj encourges their elderly clients to partake in activities that promote wellnes and improve energy levels


How senior helpers of medford ,moorestown , and mount holly nj encourges their elderly clients to partake in activities that promote wellnes and improve energy levels

Encouraging your aging parents to partake in activities is important to not only their physical health, but to their mental health as well. Activities don't need to be strenuous and they should definitely not be stressful. Help your loved ones pick activities to participate in that they will enjoy; this way, they are more likely to stay involved. Always make sure activities are age appropriate and that your parent is in the correct physical shape to participate. Our entire team at senior helpers of medford nj nd moorestown nj


know that our in home caregivers are life givers , so we encourage are elderly clients to be as active as possible.

    Physical Activities

  1. Getting older does not mean your parents have to sit and be lazy. Retirement and aging allow the perfect opportunity to devote more time to athletics and physical fitness. Talk with your parents and listen to what they enjoy. Swimming is an activity that many aging individuals can participate in, as it is less strenuous on joints. If your parents are medically fit, tennis or golf might be more their speed. For those who are not in the best shape, horseshoes or even fishing can be activities that get them outdoors and moving, but not in a way that may cause physical harm.
  2. Indoor Activities

  3. Even seniors who love the outdoors will at some point find themselves indoors. Instead of sitting and watching TV all day, encourage your parent to find other activities that will be more conducive to her mental and physical well being. Reading is a great way to stimulate the mind. Encourage your parents to play games, be them card games or board games. Listening to music and dancing are also great ways to enjoy the indoors on a rainy day.
  4. Group Activities

  5. Social interaction is important to individuals who may not get out as often as they once did. Activities that involve getting together with friends or peers can boost your parent's mood and keep them involved. There are classes that meet in most communities and living centers and are available in a range of activities. Aerobics classes involve social interaction as do group dance lessons. Clubs like bingo and knitting are a way to join others and participate in an activity they enjoy. If your parent lives in a senior community, encourage him to go to the recreation center where he resides and find activities in which he would like to participate.
  6. Mental Stimulation

  7. Crossword puzzles and other types of work and number puzzles are a great way to keep the brain stimulated. For elderly parents who may have trouble seeing word puzzles, there are now computer programs that display the puzzles in very large print and also use auditory tools in order to assist these individuals. Mental stimulation has been shown to defend the brain from cognitive decline. Studies have shown that traveling has proven useful in stimulating your brain as well. Physical exercise not only helps your body, but also your brain. It can improve mood and mental strength.

When and what medical tests do you need at what age by senior helpers in home care of brick nj , toms river nj jackson nj manchester nj


When and what medical tests do you need at what age by senior helpers in home care of brick nj , toms river nj jackson nj manchester nj



When and what medical tests do you need at what age
 - While a lot of people stress about going to see the doctor each year, the truth is that preventative care is often much cheaper and can end up saving your life in the long run. Our Caregivers are in the home of the elderly and these questions  come up all the  all  the time.
Dr. Janis Coffin, a primary care physician and the medical director of the Department of Family Medicine at Georgia Health Sciences University, says both men and women should get a yearly physical and their vital signs should be taken.
“That includes your height, weight, your blood pressure and calculation of your BMI, which is your Body Mass Index,” Coffin says. “And the reason I’m saying this is because we have a problem with obesity which is an epidemic throughout the United States.”


The American Heart Association recommends everyone, whether they are 2 or 82, should get a calculation of your BMI, Coffin says.
“If your BMI is between 25 to 29, that is considered a healthy weight,” she says. “But if you have a BMI greater than 30, that is considered overweight. And if you have a BMI greater than 35 that is considered obese. And so they are saying, as primary care physicians, we are not doing a good job. We are not checking people’s BMI, thus we are not getting people to do lifestyle modification.
“Physicians need to do a better job counseling their patients on diet and exercise to get them into a healthy BMI to reduce their risk of diabetes and heart disease.”
Along with taking your vital signs, physicians should also review each patient’s
immunization status.
“Studies have shown that people under the age of 18 are 95 percent immunized, which means most of the schools do a very good job in that if you don’t bring in an immunization chart and it’s up to date, they are not going to let you in school,” Coffin says. “So 95 percent of people under the age of 18 are properly immunized, but only 5 percent of adults over the age of 18 have proper immunizations.”
Many adults have not received a tetanus shot, Tdap vaccination or meningococcal vaccination in years, she says.
“Also, when you come in, we are supposed to ask you, ‘Do you smoke? Do you drink? Do you wear a seatbelt?’ We want to counsel people on lifestyle behavior to include tobacco, alcohol, sexual activity, are they wearing a seatbelt in the car and kind of preventative measures as well,” Coffin says.
Women and men should also have their blood pressure taken starting at the age of 18.
“It used to be that we would tell people if their blood pressure is 140 over 90 that they are doing good,” she says. “But now there is a committee called the Joint National Committee, or the JNC, and they gave the recommendation that a normal blood pressure is 120 over 80.
“Now, you have prehypertension if your upper number is between 120 and 139 and your low number is between 80 and 89. So if you come in with a blood pressure of 130 over 85, I’m supposed to counsel you that, ‘Hey listen, you are not hypertensive, but you have prehypertension, which means you need to cut out the salt, start exercising and lose some weight.’”
These are suggestions that most patients do not want to hear, but that advice could help you avoid becoming hypertensive, she says.
“When you hit 140 over 90 with a blood pressure, you are already having stage one hypertension and you probably need to be on treatment for that, to include medication,” she says.
As for women, they should begin having a yearly pap smear at the age of 21 or three years after their first sexual encounter to check for cervical cancer.
“They say you should get a yearly pap smear until age 30 and if you have at least three normal pap smears in a row, you can go every two to three years,” Coffin says. “But if you have ever had an abnormality, you should get it every year thereafter.”
Sexually active adults should also continue to get screened for sexually transmitted diseases.
“We are on the rise with some STDs,” Coffin says. “And some of these STDs are in older individuals, too. I’m talking about people in their 50s and 60s who are divorced and now they are dating again. We are getting people in their older ages that are obviously sexually active with all of the Viagra and things that are out there, but they are also getting STDs.”
For mammograms, the American Cancer Society recommends to start screening women at 40 and to get a yearly mammogram thereafter. And for both men and women, starting at age 50, the American Cancer Society recommends some kind of colorectal cancer screening, she says.
One question Coffin often receives is when a patient should start screening for cholesterol.
“Anyone who has risk factors for high cholesterol — so if you are overweight that is a risk factor; if you have a family history, that is a risk factor; if you have high blood pressure, that is a risk factor — they recommend starting cholesterol screens between the ages of 20 and 45,” Coffin says. “Because of our obesity epidemic, we are getting teenagers who are becoming diabetic and they have a stronger risk of having like heart attacks in their 30s. People do not realize that the No. 1 killer of men and women is heart disease.”
For men over the age of 45, they may want to consider taking a baby aspirin to help reduce their risk of a heart attack, but people should always talk to their physician before taking an additional over-the-counter medication, Coffin says. Women at age 50 or 55 may also be a candidate for a baby asprin to protect against heart disease, she says.
All of these tests can help patients lead longer, healthier lives, Coffin says.
“There are a lot of patients, because of the economy right now, they don’t have insurance and, because they don’t have insurance, they are not going to their physician for a regular check up,” she says. “So we are missing out on those percentage of patients that have diabetes and high blood pressure that we should be treating now, but unfortunately we don’t treat them until they come into the ER and they have their heart attack.
“We need people to come in earlier and get a physical and not wait until it is an emergency situation.”

senior helpers of brick and toms river nj talks about the financial pressures facing older adults




what can you do when your parents are struggling to pay medical bills and your kids can't land jobs? Seniorhelpers home health care of brick, and toms river new jersey has the answer
Being surrounded by loved ones can be a costly proposition. At Senior helpers of ocean and burlington county nj we understand the struggles that the sandwich generation encounter when providing care for their elderly love one. Much has been made of the recession's effect on recent college graduates; they're pouring lattes and surfing sofas. And aging parents can run through money at rates that would challenge Donald Trump's next wife. At senior helpers in home care in jackson nj and manchester nj. we have some helpful information. There are some tasty tax breaks for the Sandwich Generation who are helping family members through tough times. That kid on the couch could save you almost $6,000 in taxes, according to sample calculations performed for Reuters by the Tax Institute at H&R Block. The potential savings for supporting an aging parent are even greater.
Here's how the tax code can help you take care of everybody.
-- Watch your child's income. If you have an adult child living at home, and they're only earning money around the edges doing odd jobs, it might help if they don't make too much. "The magic number is $3,650," explained Kathy Pickering, executive director of the tax institute, a research affiliate of the tax preparation firm. "An adult child who moves back home and earns less than $3,650 in a year meets the dependency requirement that enables you to claim him as a qualifying relative."
You wouldn't want to discourage work, of course, but if it looks like your recent graduate's income is going to be borderline, "you might want to think about an unpaid internship instead," says Pickering.
-- Take the breaks. Once your adult child qualifies as a dependent, you get an additional personal exemption for him. And you can include the extra medical bills you're probably paying (like the premiums for keeping him on your plan) in your medical expenses. The bottom line? A family with $120,000 in income whose boomerang kid produces an additional $10,000 in medical expense would see their federal tax bill drop from $14,369 to $8,706, saving $5,663, says Pickering.
-- Work with your siblings to help Mom. Unlike your child, your aging parent doesn't have to live with you to qualify as a dependent. If she is in a nursing home or assisted living facility and you provide more than half of her support, she's a dependent. You don't even have to do it all by yourself -- all of the money that you and your siblings put in together can be counted as one.
Let's say your mother's expenses total $55,000, and she spends $25,000 a year of her Social Security payments and savings. If you pay $15,000 and your sister pays $15,000, you or your sister can claim her as a dependent. Either sibling can claim her on their return: You can assign Mom to the one with the highest tax bracket, or take turns every year.
-- Consider the gift-tax exemption. Taxpayers who want to help relatives can give them $13,000 a year, without triggering any gift-tax consequences, notes Deborah Cox, vice president and wealth adviser with JP Morgan Private Bank. That's the limit for one individual giving money to another individual; a couple could give another couple as much as $52,000 every year. If you are paying medical costs for your parents, you can pay them directly to the provider and they won't even count against that limit.
-- Once your mother is a dependent, all of her medical expenses become yours, for the purpose of deducting them on your tax return. If that same $120,000 couple had a dependent parent with $40,000 in medical expenses (easy to do if she lives in an assisted living facility or nursing home), the family's tax bill would be $5,499, says Block's tax institute. That's a savings of $8,870. And if they are taking care of Grandma AND have that boomerang kid on the couch, their tax bill would fall all the way to $1,201, saving them $13,168. That ought to cover the therapy bills nicely.

More Americans, Especially Women, Staying in the Workforce Longer At Senior Helpers Of Manahawkin NJ we empathize with the men and women who are dealing with this tough choice to stay in the workplace


More Americans, Especially Women, Staying in the Workforce 

Longer  At Senior Helpers Of Manahawkin NJ  we empathize with the men and women who are dealing with this tough choice to stay in the workplace

With less guaranteed income when they retire, a larger number of older workers remained in the workforce in 2010, according to the Employee Benefit Research Institute.
On Friday, EBRI released a study that found that despite the recession, 40.2% of workers in 2010 were age 55 and older — the highest level in 35 years. In fact, the percentage of Americans age 55 or older who were in the labor force tumbled from 34.6% in 1975 to 29.4% in 1993, before climbing to 40.2% in 2010.This statistic is even higher in ocean county new jersey.
What is most striking is that for the 55-64 age group, the labor-participation rate increase was due to a flood of women in the work force, since the rate for men was either stagnant or declining. Yet for the next highest age group, 65 and older, the rates for both men and women increased. In addition, those with more education were more likely to stay in the workforce than those with lower levels of education. In 2009, 63.1% of individuals with a graduate or professional degree were in the labor force, compared to 22.4% of those without a high school diploma.
EBRI reports that as full social security benefits get pushed back even more, a greater number of older workers will continue to stay in the workforce. In addition, Medicare premiums continue to climb; non-Medicare-covered health costs are rising; people are living longer; more workers are taking care of aged parents; and the number of individuals that are “very confident” of their ability to maintain their lifestyle in retirement is low.

“Older Americans, particularly those who worked in the private sector, increasingly have considerably less access to guaranteed levels of income such as pensions or health insurance benefits when they retire,” said Craig Copeland, EBRI senior research associate and author of the report, in a statement. “And staying in the work force longer will allow them to either build up, or rebuild, their assets.”

The findings are based on the U.S. Census Bureau’s data on labor-force participation among Americans age 55 and older. Work force participation rates have increased across every race and ethnicity group since the mid-1990s. White Americans and those in the “other” category had higher rates of participation in recent years. Black Americans’ rate was slightly below white Americans, while Hispanic Americans had the lowest labor-force participation rate. In 2009, the participation rates continued to increase for white Americans and those in the “other” category, while declining for both black and Hispanic Americans. 

senior helpers in medford nj and moorestown nj talks about nutrional concerns for seniors in new jersey


 senior helpers in medford nj and moorestown nj talks about nutrional concerns for seniors in new jersey


You may have made financial preparations for when you're older, thought about where you want to live and made sure you have an exercise routine in place to keep yourself in optimal shape.
But have you thought about your nutrition needs as you age?
Registered Dietitian Lou Ann Dixon, a consultant to senior helpers in home care of medford new jersey says that among the younger old -- those in their 60s and 70s -- the biggest issue is a slowdown in their resting or basal metabolism -- the number of calories the body burns maintaining and creating cells and in other necessary functions such as breathing and the beating of your heart.
"We all lose metabolism by about 2 percent per decade," Dixon says. For those in their 50s and older, that means reducing calorie intake and making every calorie count.
"What we all need to be doing is eating nutrient dense food. (We) don't have a lot of leeway to eat cakes and cookies -- fun food with no nutritional value."

The poor diet spiral


As people age further, many also lose appetite. While they require even fewer calories, than their counterparts 20 years younger, they need food that is just as nutrient dense. Some people in their late 70s and beyond fall into what some professionals call the "tea and toast syndrome." As they age and perhaps encounter a health setback of some sort, they lose energy. Especially if a person lives alone, he or she may choose the simplest food available -- such as tea and toast. With energy low, the person may feel satiated. However, the meal does not provide adequate protein, which helps maintain muscle, or adequate vitamins and minerals. The nutrient-poor eating habits can be
the start of a downward spiral where an insufficient diet means more fatigue, and the lack of energy leads to an even worse diet. Compounding the problem is that tastebuds become less sensitive as people get older, meaning that food simply doesn't taste as good.
"Our taste acuity goes down with age," Dixon says. "Things don't taste as good as when (people) were in their 30s or 40s, which makes a difference in the way people want to eat.
With some of the pleasure gone, eating seems more like a chore, especially for those who live alone.
"They get bored with eating and tired of cooking for one," says Maria Porchia Rn Ceo Of Senior Helpers of Medford New Jersey City In burlington couny and A Expert in Senior Services.
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Other problems

Dietitian Dixon adds that the stomach breaks down food less efficiently as people age, meaning that the nutrients we do take in do less good.
Then there's water.
"Dehydration is huge," Dixon says, adding that the thirst mechanism goes away in many people.
"They just don't drink enough fluids," she says of older people. "That slows everything down. That slows down the intestinal tract."
Lack of energy is not the only contributor to poor eating habits, Dixon says. Some people have dental problems, which makes chewing difficult. In addition, conditions such as arthritis make food more difficult to prepare. Cutting up an apple or even opening a jar can be painful and, if the person is using a knife, potentially dangerous.
Financial concerns are also present for some.
Hollinsgworth of the City of Boulder's Senior Services says every year she encounters a sad truth.
"Around the holidays, we coordinate the delivery of fruit basket with CareConnect," a local nonprofit, she says. "Time and time again, people say, 'I would love one. I can't (normally) afford fresh fruit.'"


A helping hand


Aging Services for both the City of Boulder and Boulder County offer a wide range of programs to help seniors navigate their food choices. In addition, they work with local non-profits such a Meals on Wheels and CareConnect.
CareConnect volunteers will pick up groceries for people who need them in Boulder and Longmont. The agency coordinates with Safeway stores in Boulder and Longmont, on Wednesdays, coupon day.
Last month, the Boulder program filled 240 grocery orders for 107 clients. In Longmont, 126 orders were filled.
"The idea of the overall mission is to support seniors and the disabled to remain in their homes," says Richard Varnes, executive director. "This can be a really make it or break it service."
When people think of feeding the elderly, they often think of Meals on Wheels, and rightly so. The organization in Boulder will serve as many as 75,000 meals this year, says Executive Director Francea Phillips. In addition to serving seniors, the group brings meals to people recovering from a hospital stay and those with disabilities that prevent them from accessing food on their own.
The group is also working to make the meals it serves as nutritious as possible.
"We're working diligently to continue to improve our healthy style meals," Phillips says. "We're trying to add organics to our menus as organics become available at a lower cost."
In addition, the program caters to special dietary needs when required. That includes making vegetarian meals, when requested, and serving meals appropriate for those who have diabetes or lactose intolerance.
"Eighty-three percent of our meals are called specials. (That means it's) not a standard meal," she says.
Phillips says the Boulder Meals on Wheels exceeds a third of the required daily allotment of calories and nutrients.
Some clients request double meals, which they receive. About 25 percent of meals are doubles.
"It still breaks my heart. I know that's not enough food to sustain a lifestyle, let alone a healthy lifestyle," Phillips says.
The meals are priced on a sliding scale; about 1,000 meals will be served at no charge, Phillips says.
Meals on Wheels also runs Café Classico, a restaurant housed in the West Boulder Senior Center, which serves lunches that include an entrée, salad bar, dessert, beverage and side items for $4. A Tuesday dinner includes entertainment.
The agency coordinates transit for those who need it.
"It brings people who could not get out of their homes," Phillips says.
Similar cafes are available in Nederland, Lafayette and Allenspark.
"Community is one of the most important things for food," Dixon, the dietitian says. "I think there are a lot of people sitting home alone."

Home Health Care in Toms River nj and brick nj by Senior H


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- When caring for aging parents, many times there is conflict among siblings. maria porchia rn talked to us about her program "The 50-50 Rule," which is a guide designed to help adult siblings and their aging parents deal with situations that arise among brothers and sisters as their parents age and need assistance.As the owner of Senior Helpers and a Registered Nurse, I believe in giving our clients the education they need to make appropriate choices. But, education is never enough; with every individual in our care, with every visit, our goal is always to provide personalized in-home care solutions that create dignity, health and independence. When we conduct an initial intake session, we strive to ensure a good fit for our clients, matching the care coordinator with each client's personality. As a medical professional who believes in the power of anticipating needs, I will be on call and at your loved one's disposal to remove daily obstacles while bonding emotionally. Because my husband Peter and I both are Registered Nurses, we know that seniors who are healthier, better informed and more satisfied with their quality of life are a great asset within their local communities. At Senior Helpers, we love what we do, we go a few extra miles every day, and we enthusiastically fulfill our "attitude of gratitude" with each unique senior that comes our way.

Parenting Your Parents, The Top Rated In Home Health Care Company Senior Helpers Of Brick Nj Talks About Taking On Your Parents Care


Parenting Your Parents, The Top Rated In Home Health Care Company Senior Helpers Of Brick Nj Talks About Taking On Your Parents Care





Taking care of an elderly parent means juggling your life… and theirs. The level of assistance and care needed varies from person to person, but everyone with aging parents probably has many common concerns. Who will drive them to the doctor? Who will help them clean their house? Who will make sure they are eating properly? And, some might be thinking, who will be paying for their prescriptions, food and other expenses?
Most elderly people want to remain independent. They don’t like the idea of going into a nursing home… it makes them feel old. And nursing homes have a reputation of being cold – in more ways than one. Living in their own home, doing things they enjoy, is important to the elderly. As they continue to age though, they will need more and more help keeping up with every day activities.
If you feel like you are parenting your parents, you are not alone. Millions of young baby boomers are still raising their own children, but also caring for an elderly parent. Senior Helpers sends in home caregivers to assist with any of thier needs.




If your loved one needs trustworthy home health care in Brick, Jackson, Manchester, Bordentown or Toms River, contact Senior Helpers.

Helping Elderly Parents with Medication

43 Million Americans are caring for an aging parent, spouse or loved one. According to a recent study by caring.com, 27 percent are part of the "Sandwich Generation," meaning they are also caring for their young children at the same time. This is a source of great stress for caregivers who bear this responsibility...especially when it comes to their medications. Here are some ways to protect your parent and communicate with thier doctors.

Senior Helpers assists elderly woman with medicationsFirst of all, make an appointment with your parent's doctor so you can ask any questions you have about their care and medications. Make a list of your questions prior to visiting so you don't forget while you are there. Bring all of the medications, in their bottles, with you to the appointment. Include over-the-counter medications, or supplements they are taking.





Sample questions you should ask the doctor:

  1. What is this medication used for and why is it necessary?
  2. What are the benefits of taking it and what are the negative side effects?
  3. How much should they take of the medication and how often?
  4. Are their any other medications they are on that could possible interact with this medication?
Be sure to write down what the doctor says and discuss this with your parent. Make sure they understand what the doctor said and go over any questions they have.

Seniors are often overmedicated, especially if they see more than one doctor or use more than one pharmacy. This is why it's so important for you to have a list of every medication they take and bring this with you to all appointments. Have a doctor review all the meds and see if anything can be eliminated or reduced. The best way to avoid a devastating drug interaction or adverse reaction is to use one pharmacy all the time. Their systems will likely pick up on any drug interactions.

If you need assistance caring for your elderly parent, spouse or loved one, Senior Helpers of NJ can help. We provide caring in home companions who can assist your parent/spouse with daily medications, visits to the doctor and any other daily activities they need help with. Senior Helpers has systems in place that monitor their medications and determine if they are taking them and if they are taking them properly. For home health care in Brick, Jackson, Manchester and Toms River, NJ, contact Senior Helpers.

Antibiotic Resistance and Development


Antibiotic Resistance and Development


 
A few months ago, Dr. John Powers, Lead Medical Officer for Antimicrobial Drug Development & Resistance at the FDA was interviewed by Fard Johnmar of Envision Solutions about antibiotic resistance, developing new antibiotics and education of the public. A portion of Powers’ commentary appears below.

Q: A recent USA Today article highlighted the dangers of methicillin resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA), yet many people have never heard of it. What is the FDA doing to inform and protect people from/about MRSA and other resistant bacteria?
A: The FDA is doing a number of things. First, FDA is part of the Get Smart campaign, which helps educate the public about the dangers of the inappropriate use of antibiotics so as to preserve the benefits of antibiotics for the diseases in which we really need them. Second, in 2004 FDA put a rule in place mandating that pharmaceutical companies must put a notice in every antibiotic drug label reminding physicians that they should only prescribe if they know the patient has a bacterial infection. FDA also is co-chair of a government interagency task force of 11 different agencies focusing on antibiotic education, research, product development and surveillance. There are a number of drugs under development that appear promising for diseases due to Staphylococcus aureus, and at least in the test tube some of these drugs appear to have activity against methicillin resistant strains of the organism. Of course, we need to know that translates into benefits in terms of treating diseases in people in clinical trials.

Q: Over the past few years, the CDC (with the assistance of the FDA) has made educating the public on the dangers of antibiotic resistance a priority. In your mind, how effective have these efforts been?
A: I think that our efforts have been very effective. When you look at the rate of antibiotic prescriptions in areas where people don’t need an antibiotic, like viral infections, you see that they have decreased since we started educating on the appropriate use of antibiotics. We have to continue these educational efforts because if you stop, things revert to where they were before.

antibioticsQ: In your recent lecture during the annual CDC Get Smart conference, you talked about the side effects associated with antibiotics. If the FDA were evaluating a new antibiotic, would it tolerate a higher rate of side effects in order to provide medical professionals with a new weapon against bacteria?

A: We don’t develop drugs just to fight bacteria. We develop drugs to help people. Antibiotics usually help people by fighting the bacteria, but they are not always linked. Many drugs that have worked in the test tube end up not working in people, and many of those drugs fail due to safety issues in people. So, the answer to your question depends on what the benefits and risks are of an individual antibiotic developed for use in human beings, and what those uses might be.

I think that holding on to the idea that we are developing drugs only to kill bacteria really narrows our scope. We need a much broader view of antimicrobial development. There may be new drugs or biologics that help people but do so by mechanisms other than inhibiting growth of bacteria.

I’ll answer your question with a question: if you were the patient, would you take a drug with greater adverse effects, even effects that might rarely be fatal, for a self-resolving disease? For example, would you accept a drug whose adverse effect was death to cure a case of the sniffles? Probably not.

On the other hand, would you accept higher adverse effects for a drug that prevents mortality or death? Maybe. It’s important for people to understand that we treat humans not bugs. People don’t come in to the doctor’s office and say: I want my E. coli gone. They want their symptoms treated and to feel better, and they’d like the drug that makes them feel better faster than a different drug or than no drug at all.

Overall, bugs get a bad rap. We cannot live without them. The real issue is that everything is about balance. In drug development, we talk about balancing benefits and side effects. With bacteria, we talk about bugs that are good and those that are bad. If you sterilized your entire body, you wouldn’t live very long, as bacteria in your intestine help make clotting factors for your blood. Exposure to bacteria as a baby help the intestinal lining develop properly. It’s only when bugs get in the wrong place in the wrong numbers that they cause a problem.

Q: Please provide me with your general comments about the issue of antibiotic resistance and your suggestions for how we can get policy makers and the public to take action on this issue.

A: Overall, I think that people need to be more educated on the issue of antibiotic resistance and that inappropriate use of antibiotics can and does affect all of us. From a clinical trial standpoint, we need to develop ways to better evaluate whether a drug is safe and effective, and how to measure whether potential advantages in a test tube translate into real advantages for people.

If you have an elderly parent who needs help with frequent infections or medication issues, Senior Helpers of NJ can help. They provide in home health care in Brick, Jackson, Manchester and Toms River NJ.

Easy Ways to Help Your Aging Parents Safely Live at Home



Tackle each room of the house

Why not help your parents make minor changes to stay mobile? "The whole idea is to keep them in their own home, in their comfort zone, but set it up so they can move around and be safe," says Dave Pazgan, CEO of 101 Mobility.
Bathroom: Grab bars, which cost as little as $20 at places like Home Depot, are an inexpensive way to prevent falls for seniors who can slip when they're getting up from the toilet or out of the shower. Nonskid mats are also low-tech, cheap, and effective. So are nightlights. To help your parents stay comfortable, safe and clean, invest in a shower chair and removable shower nozzles. You may even want to consider a battery-operated bath lift, which can help your parents get in and out of the tub.
Living Room: To avoid extension cords (a tripping hazard), place lamps close to electrical outlets. And to make it easier for your parents to get up, consider a lift chair — a motorized recliner that tilts them at an angle to more easily get out of the sitting position.
Kitchen: To prevent serious injuries during falls, make sure counters and tabletops have rounded "bullnose" corners. Move most-used pots, pans, and dishware to low shelves so your parents don't need to use steps stools or ladders to reach what they need. And consider an automatic shutoff switch on the stove.
Indoor staircases: Ensure the handrails are sturdy and that the stairs are well-lit.  If seniors have severe trouble getting up and down the stairs, outside or indoors, consider installing a ramp or an electronic lift to alleviate any struggles. "Just getting in and out of someone's home can be a challenge," says Pazgan. "A lot of homes aren't built on a level entry." Ramps can range in price from a few hundred dollars to $7,000 and up for fancier vertical platform lifts that are almost like miniature elevators, he says. A standard chair lift (essentially a motorized rail system with a chair mounted on it that rides up and down the steps) can cost $3,000 or $4,000. (For curved stairs, you may need to invest in a custom lift.)
Outside steps: If your parent uses a wheelchair, you may want to invest in a $100 or $200 portable ramp that can make a big difference going over curbs. The National Institute on  Aging recommends considering a ramp with handrails as an alternative to steps and installing better lighting.
Meanwhile, once you've tackled physical improvements to the house, you can take on physical improvements to your parents' bodies, too. Encourage your mom and dad to exercise, offer to do it with them, and show them helpful websites. For example, the National Institute on Aging's Go4Life program gives seniors an interactive tool to help them keep track of their activity. You may even want to try it yourself.

Caring For Your Aging Parents In Brick Nj And Toms River Nj


Are you caring for your aging parents and also your young children? Then you are part of the “sandwich generation.” This generation of people are still dealing with parenting issues with their own children but also the needs of their elderly parents. Being caught in the middle of the two can feel like a tug-o-war that often leaves you feeling guilty and overwhelmed. Having a plan and setting boundaries will help you achieve much needed balance in your life.
caring for elderly parent

It’s easy to get overloaded when you have to split your time between the kids, work, your spouse and your elderly parents. And don’t forget, you still need time for yourself too. The most important thing to remember during this season of your life, is that if you are not healthy and rested, you won’t be any good to others. Make sure you are getting enough sleep, not skipping meals and having at least an hour of quiet time to yourself in the evening before bed…or in the morning before every one wakes up.
Have a plan. Get together with your siblings and others who can help care for your parent. Share the duties and make it clear what the expectations are from each person. If you have 2 or 3 other adults who can take turns going to your parents home and helping them with every day activities like bathing, eating properly, medication supervision and other basic needs, this eases the burden on everyone involved. Set a schedule so everyone knows what day they are visiting, and what activities need to be accomplished.
Last but not least, don’t be afraid to ask for help. Taking care of elderly parents is sometimes like taking care of another child. If you are overwhelmed and feeling guilty for time spent away from your parents, or not spending enough time with your children or spouse, look into your options for assistance. Senior Helpers in Brick, Jackson, Toms River and Manchester, NJ can provide in-home elder care for your loved ones. There are ways to lighten your load….and everyone in the family will be happier if momma is happy!
What are your biggest concerns about taking care of your aging parents?

Does Your Parent Have Dementia? The Top Rated In Home Health Care Company In Manahawkin Nj Talks About Dementia


Does Your Parent Have Dementia? The Top Rated In Home Health Care Company In Manahawkin Nj Talks About Dementia


As we age, it's perfectly normal for all of us to forget certain things from time to time. As many as 5.3 million Americans are living with Alzheimer's disease and it's the most common form of dementia. Dementia is defined as a state of serious emotional and mental deterioration. This is not to be confused with Alzheimer's. While Alzheimer's disease is the most common form of dementia, seniors can suffer from dementia and not have Alzheimer's.


Caring In Home Companion
A person with dementia struggles with memory loss and other mental abilities that are severe enough to interfere with everyday activities. It's caused by changes in the brain and generally doesn't start until around age 65 and older, although it can start in any stage of adulthood. There are other illnesses that mimic dementia-like symptoms such as depression, drug interactions, thyroid problems, excess use of alcohol or some vitamin deficiencies. Be sure to address any of these possible illnesses with your parent's doctor if you suspect they may be an issue.
According to the Alzheimer's Association the 10 most common signs of Alzheimer's:
  • Memory loss that disrupts daily life
  • Challenges in planning or solving problems
  • Difficulty completing familiar tasks at home, at work or at leisure
  • Confusion with time or place
  • Trouble understanding visual images and spatial relationships
  • New problems with words in speaking or writing
  • Misplacing things and losing the ability to retrace steps
  • Decreased or poor judgment
  • Withdrawal from work or social activities
  • Changes in mood and personality
Memory loss that disrupts daily life is not a typical part of aging. It may be a symptom of Alzheimer's, a fatal brain disease that causes a slow decline in memory, thinking and reasoning skills. Every individual may experience one or more of these signs in different degrees. If you notice any of them, please see a doctor.
If your loved one is suffering from Alzheimer's or other forms of dementia, it can also take a tremendous toll on your own physical and emotional well-being. There's no need to go it alone. Senior Helpers can create a customized care plan that changes as your loved one's needs change. We'll help your loved one cope better with a cueing program that stimulates their ability to remember and we'll carefully monitor everything from medication to daily activities. As experts in Alzheimer's and dementia care, you can trust Senior Helpers to make your loved one's life-and yours-much easier and more enjoyable!
Senior Helpers can help your loved one live independently at home for many wonderful years to come! Please visit our website to learn how we can help you.

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The No 1 Rated In Home Health Care Company In Brick and Toms River Nj Talks about Preventing Falls in Your Elderly Parent's Home

The No 1 Rated In Home Health Care Company In Brick and Toms River Nj Talks about Preventing Falls in Your Elderly Parent's Home

 
           
If you have an aging parent who lives alone, you may be concerned about them falling and injuring themselves. If they are living alone, they could lay injured for a couple of days before someone finds them or comes to help.

Elderly Person with Senior Helper In Home CompanionThe risk of falling increases with age, due to poor muscle tone and decreased strength. The good news is that falls are preventable. Here are a few tips to keep your elderly parents safe.

1. Weight bearing excerise can actually help stimulate new bone growth and prevent osteoporosis. Encourage your parent to go for a walk every other day (weather permitting) and wear light ankle weights. Just 15 minutes of exercise will help with balance and strength.

2. Make sure they are wearing properly fitting shoes with a supportive sole and no heel.

3. Problems with vision is a major cause of falls. If your parent has stairs in their home, place contrasting color strips on the first and last step to identify a change of levels. Install grab bars and handrails in bathrooms and near stairs. Be sure your parent has regular check ups with their eye doctor.

4. Tripping is another common cause for falls. Install additional lights near doorways and along walkways. Keep outdoor areas clear of ice, snow, rocks and branches.  Secure rugs with non-skid tape. Remove small throw rugs. Use non-skid pads in the bathtub. Make sure chairs and couches are easy to get in and out of and easy to manouver around. Place a night light in the main bedroom, hallway and bathroom.

One-third of people over age 65 fall every year. Many of those falls are preventable. If you have concerns about your elderly parent falling, and need help caring for them, Senior Helpers provides in home care in Toms River, Brick, Manchester and Jackson, New Jersey. A caring in-home companion can help them make meals, clean their home and spend time with them. They can also help decrease fall hazards and other risks in the home.

For more information about how Senior Helpers can help you care for your aging parents, visit www.seniorhelpersnj.com or call (732) 657-3600 or (609) 261-2995.

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: Home Health Care May Be Just What the Doctor Ordered
For many decades, people have associated health care with going to a doctor, hospital, or some other medical facility. However, there was a time when health care was mostly administered in the home. Back in the days when America was being settled and many families were living out on the frontier, they had very few hospitals around. Most received home health care from a town doctor who would make house calls to patients, doing everything from delivering babies to caring for the elderly-all inside the home of the patient.
In recent years, home health care is making a comeback. Though the doctor making house calls is no longer commonplace, home care agencies are becoming more and more popular. There is a good reason why in home care is trending upward-it addresses 3 specific needs that hospitals and other medical facilities have a difficult time with:
  1. Convenience: Being able to stay at home is the wish of most people with some kind of illness. But until recently, those who needed some kind of long term care had little choice but to have it administered in a medical facility. Today, they can simply hire a home health care agency and have it all done without having to leave their house.
  2. Affordability: This is a big one. Hospital bills are higher than ever, and there is increasing pressure in busier hospitals that are overwhelmed with patients to get them out of there as quickly as possible. Today, it’s not unheard of for someone to stay in the hospital just a couple of weeks and rack up several thousand dollars in bills. Conversely, there is no cost for the patient to sleep at home in their own bed. This helps keep costs lower.
  3. Better Quality Care: As mentioned in point #2, hospitals in many places are overly burdened these days, meaning the quality of care suffers. With most home health care agencies, a nursing professional is assigned to a specific patient, and administers 1 on 1 care for as long as needed. For this reason, the level of quality with in home care is normally much higher. 

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Home Health Care May Be Just What the Doctor Ordered
For many decades, people have associated health care with going to a doctor, hospital, or some other medical facility. However, there was a time when health care was mostly administered in the home. Back in the days when America was being settled and many families were living out on the frontier, they had very few hospitals around. Most received home health care from a town doctor who would make house calls to patients, doing everything from delivering babies to caring for the elderly-all inside the home of the patient.
In recent years, home health care is making a comeback. Though the doctor making house calls is no longer commonplace, home care agencies are becoming more and more popular. There is a good reason why in home care is trending upward-it addresses 3 specific needs that hospitals and other medical facilities have a difficult time with:
  1. Convenience: Being able to stay at home is the wish of most people with some kind of illness. But until recently, those who needed some kind of long term care had little choice but to have it administered in a medical facility. Today, they can simply hire a home health care agency and have it all done without having to leave their house.
  2. Affordability: This is a big one. Hospital bills are higher than ever, and there is increasing pressure in busier hospitals that are overwhelmed with patients to get them out of there as quickly as possible. Today, it’s not unheard of for someone to stay in the hospital just a couple of weeks and rack up several thousand dollars in bills. Conversely, there is no cost for the patient to sleep at home in their own bed. This helps keep costs lower.
  3. Better Quality Care: As mentioned in point #2, hospitals in many places are overly burdened these days, meaning the quality of care suffers. With most home health care agencies, a nursing professional is assigned to a specific patient, and administers 1 on 1 care for as long as needed. For this reason, the level of quality with in home care is normally much higher.