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The holiday season is filled with laughter, joy, family, and hopefully fun. It can also be a time of stress, packed schedules, last-minute shopping, cooking, hectic travel plans, and more. For seniors, the holidays can also be a source of happiness as well as depression. Holidays may conjure a wealth of emotions for anyone. For …
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Sadly, when it comes to scam activity perhaps no group is more susceptible than the elderly. Often vulnerable, senior citizens lose approximately $2.9 billion a year to scams and fraudulent activity. Education is the first step towards addressing the problem. Knowing what to look for, and how to react when presented with a suspected scam …
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Many seniors want to “age in place,” enjoying their later years in the comfort of their own homes. Most dread the outdated concept of Philadelphia nursing homes. Luckily, today’s senior can enjoy a wide range of choices in what his or her life will look like in the years to come. Both nursing homes and …
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Summer is in full swing in Philadelphia and it’s time to revisit some vital safety tips for seniors. Elderly persons are more vulnerable when it comes to the effects of heat and at greater risk for dehydration. According to the CDC, elderly people are more at risk because: They don’t adjust as well as young …
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Elder companions — sometimes called home companions, are professionals you hire who also cater to a younger population. Their work consists of providing company for people who live alone, especially those who are home bound due to frailty or dementia. For people who are looking for companions care in Philadelphia, there is the added assurance …
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Even when aging starts affecting their quality of life, most elders prefer to stay in their own homes. The sense of familiarity that comes from knowing their neighbors, treasured memories with family and unwillingness for change are all contributing factors to oppose moving to a nursing home in Philadelphia. Today, there are options to make …
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Admitting they need help and accepting assistance for everyday tasks is not easy for elderly people. This is especially true when the responsibility falls on siblings and children as seniors feel they’ve become a burden on their loved ones. However, it is natural that aging brings about certain physiological, intellectual and emotional changes, which leave …
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In 2011, the first wave of the baby boomer generation celebrated its 65th birthday. Since then, the number of individuals over the age of 65 has reached 46 million and is projected to reach 74 million by 2030. On average, Americans reaching the age of 65 today can expect to live an additional 19 years. …
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As your parents get older, the decision between assisted and independent care comes up. And while both have certain benefits, it helps to know what your elderly parent feels more comfortable with to make an informed decision. A lot of people immediately start looking around for a suitable senior living facility, assuming it’s the safer …
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Many people postpone the conversation for personal home care with their elderly parents and relatives. But by the time the need arises it becomes apparent that a lot of important questions were not discussed. Major life transitions, such as returning home from the hospital and having to live with a personal care assistant can be …
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