Showing posts with label in home nurse. Show all posts
Showing posts with label in home nurse. Show all posts
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Tuesday, August 14, 2012
Osteoporosis The Silent Killer By peter mangiola Rn msn
Osteoporosis is a silent, progressive disease that
causes bones to become thin and brittle, making them more likely to break.
Ironically, bones naturally become thinner as you age, and as old bone dissolves
and is absorbed into the body faster than new bone is made. As this happens, the
bones lose minerals (such as calcium), heaviness (mass) and structure, which
makes them weaker. Osteoporosis speeds up the process making it more severe.
More than 28 million people in the U.S. are at risk of developing osteoporosis
and up to 1.5 million fractures/year are attributable to osteoporosis. While
there is no cure, the good news is this disease is largely preventable.Here are four key steps:
1. Get your daily-recommended amounts of calcium and Vitamin D.
2. Engage in regular weight-bearing exercise.
3. Avoid smoking and excessive alcohol.
4. Talk to your doctor about bone health.
The most important item is to talk with your doctor to see if a bone density test is needed and whether calcium supplements should be taken along with a regular multivitamin. Also, the advice parents always give their children is appropriate for seniors as well: Drink Your Milk! Senior Helpers is in no way dispensing medical advice. The tips provided here are general knowledge sourced from WebMD. Senior Helpers is not attempting to diagnose, cure, or prevent osteoporosis with this post.
Monday, March 12, 2012
Caring For Your Aging Parents In Brick Nj And Toms River Nj
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.
 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 |
Tuesday, February 21, 2012
Alzheimer’s: Understanding and Preventing Memory Loss Part I
Alzheimer’s: Understanding and Preventing Memory Loss Part I
Senior Helper
One
of the most troublesome issues with aging loved ones is their common
tendency to lose their memory. As our parents get older, we often start
to notice that they are forgetting to do simple daily activities or even
forgetting things from the past. This memory loss can lead to Alzheimer’s or dementia.
While memory loss is common with seniors, it is does not happen in all
(or even most) cases. Most people can cite examples of elderly loved
ones they know who are in their late 80s or even into their 90s and
still have vivid memories going all the way back to their childhood.The fact that some elderly people have been able to retain sharp memories while others experience memory loss has lead scientists to study memory loss in further detail in hopes of discovering what physical and mental factors contribute to loss of memory and what is necessary to prevent it. So far, scientists have made some interesting findings.
When Does Memory Loss Begin?
Scientists believe that memory loss begins in most people toward the end of middle age and as they approach retirement. During this period, the brain begins to lose cells at a rate of 1% per year. 1% may not seem like much, and at first it may not be noticeable. But 1% compounded year after year becomes a noticeable loss in brain mass as people get further into their retirement years.
What Contributes to Memory Loss?
In addition to the loss of brain cells, it is believed that lifestyle changes related to retirement often contribute to the speeding up of memory loss. For example, when people stop working or doing regular daily activity, much of the information stored in the brain no longer has meaningful structural support. This makes it much more difficult to access the information.
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Saturday, February 11, 2012
For the Next Generation of Seniors, Nothing is More Important than Independence
For the Next Generation of Seniors, Nothing is More Important than Independence
March 25, 2011 — Senior Helper
The
baby boom generation is unlike any other in American history. Children
of the World War II generation, they were the first generation to
experience the modern conveniences we now take for granted. Many of them
were children when their family bought their first television set and
automobile.In the 1960s, the 76 million baby boomers began to enter adulthood. During that period, they established themselves as a generation that values independence. Everything they did-from the long hair to the war protests to the rock music-was meant to make a statement. The statement was “we want to be free”; free to define ourselves, free to question authority, free to question societal norms, free to think differently than their parents, free to change the world.
For over half a century, the boomers have been changing the world, and as they enter retirement, they do not intend to go quietly. They still value their freedom every bit as much as they did when they were young adults. This means that as the boomers go into retirement, societal norms about what people do in their retirement is going to change. The old way of doing things-sending mom and dad off to the nursing home-that won’t fly with this generation.
No, the boomers plan to stay active and independent as long as possible. In fact, many plan to continue working well into what other generations used to call retirement. They also plan to stay in their present homes, or if they make a move at all, it will be to buy a condo or townhome in a retirement community. But moving to a nursing home? Forget about it.
With this independent spirit comes an ever-growing need for senior care services to accommodate this mindset. This is why now, more than ever, in home elder care services will be in high demand. It is the most cost effective option to address mom and dad’s growing health care needs while maintaining the freedom they have always valued.
For information on how your loved one can keep his/her independence please visit In Home Senior Care NJ
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