June 20, 2013 by Carefect Admin

Hospital Emergencies: Tips for Family Caregivers

Medical emergencies happen to people of all ages but they can often be more frequent in the elderly as seniors are often more prone to accidents and illness. Family caregivers should know how to handle hospitalizations of their loved ones so that they will be prepared if an emergency occurs. The first thing that family caregivers should do is be prepared for an emergency before one occurs. Many people, family caregivers included, do not think to prepare for an emergency until one happens. When an emergency strikes family caregivers should...

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June 6, 2013 by Carefect Admin

Summer Health Risks for Seniors

Summer can be a fun season for people of all ages but it also presents a variety of health risks, especially for seniors. Family caregivers should make sure that they know what to look out for so that their loved ones will remain healthy during the summer months. We at Carefect Home Care Services would like to offer some information for family caregivers who need to know what to look for and what to avoid when it comes to summer health risks for seniors. Dehydration The first thing that family...

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May 13, 2013 by Carefect Admin

Signs That an Elderly Person Is Hoarding Food

Hoarding is considered to be a mental disorder and it can cause health problems in many people. Hoarding is when a person starts collecting a large quantity of items, usually items that have no useful purpose or value. Hoarding food can be especially dangerous since food can spoil and cause disease. In this article we would like to offer some tips and advice for family caregivers who are worried that their elderly loved one might be hoarding food and facing potential health risks. Those who are concerned that their elderly...

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April 22, 2013 by Carefect Admin

How to Convince a Reluctant Elderly Relative to Visit a Doctor

Sometimes it can be hard to convince elderly relatives to go to the doctor, especially if they do not think there is any cause for concern or they have a fear of the doctor for any reason. Family members who are concerned for their elderly relative should know when to be persistent and when to let the issue go. We at Carefect Home Care Services understand the difficulties that family members face when trying to convince elderly relatives to go to the doctor and would like to offer some tips...

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April 18, 2013 by Carefect Admin

Tips on How to Help Elderly Loved Ones Fight Depression

Depression can affect people of all ages, but it is often very common in seniors for a variety of reasons. Many seniors have a hard time dealing with depression; some of them do not consider depression an illness and some are too embarrassed to ask for help from family members. Family members should carefully monitor their loved one for signs of depression as they age just in case their loved one does not ask for help on their own. We at Carefect Home Care Services would like to offer some...

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April 4, 2013 by Carefect Admin

Common Skin Problems in the Elderly

Skin problems can be common for people of all ages, but they are often more common in the elderly. Some of these common skin problems are just a part of aging, but many of them can be treated or prevented. We at Carefect Home Care Services understand the importance of having healthy skin and would like to offer some tips on how to recognize, prevent and manage skin problems. Wrinkles and Facial Movement Lines Wrinkles and facial movement lines are the most common skin problems found in the elderly. Wrinkles...

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April 1, 2013 by Carefect Admin

Common Seniors Sleeping Disorders

Many senior citizens experience changes in their health which cause them to suffer from sleep disorders that can make it hard for them to fall asleep or stay asleep. Sleep disorders can affect your health in other areas as well, so it is important to find a way to manage these disorders before your health is impacted. We at Carefect Home Care Services understand the importance of a good night’s rest and have some tips for how to deal with sleep disorders. Older adults often have more trouble falling asleep...

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March 25, 2013 by Carefect Admin

Caring For a Senior Undergoing Chemotherapy

Chemotherapy can be tough on anyone who has to undergo it, but it can be especially difficult for seniors because their bodies do not heal as fast. There are plenty of things that family caregivers can do to help their loved one feel a little bit better while undergoing chemotherapy. We at Carefect Home Care Services are dedicated to quality senior care and would like to share some tips to help family caregivers assist their loved ones undergoing chemotherapy. If you want to show support for your loved ones that...

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March 21, 2013 by Carefect Admin

Emotional and Behavioral Changes after Stroke

Surviving a stroke is something to be thankful for, but it can also cause the survivor to suffer from emotional and behavioural changes from the damage that the brain has suffered. When a person has a stroke, the brain goes without air for a period of time because of a blood clot in the brain. There are two main types of strokes called ischemic and hemorrhagic. Ischemic strokes are caused by blood clots in the brain which can be formed in the arteries of the brain or formed in other...

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March 7, 2013 by Carefect Admin

Tips On How to Communicate With Someone with Hearing Loss

Communicating with someone with hearing loss can be difficult for many people, especially for those who do not know how to most effectively communicate with those with hearing loss. We at Carefect Home Care Services understand how difficult and frustrating the communication process can be, and would like to share some tips to help make things easier for both parties. The most important thing to always keep in mind though is to try not to lose your temper or get too frustrated because it is not their fault that they...

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