18 November 2018
In the future, there will be even more elderly women than elderly men. Science has yet to figure out how to extend the life of males to the point that it either equals or exceeds the average life expectancy of women. Additionally, there are dozens more centenarians living now than there were in the last decade, and the number is rising. There is still a life expectancy disparity between men and women who have reached the century mark, too, with more men dying right before or just after reaching this major life milestone than women.
2 April 2018
There are a variety of needs that individuals will need as they age. Meeting these needs can be of immense importance if the health and well-being of the patient are to be protected. Unfortunately, individuals that are needing to meet these needs for an elderly loved one will often find that they are poorly suited to this task as a result of believing some routinely shared pieces of misinformation. Myth: Elderly Individuals Will Have To Live In Assisted Care Communities To Have Their Needs Met
3 January 2018
There might come a time when you or someone you love needs to hire an in-home caregiver. Finding the right person to care for your daily needs as well as someone you trust and like can be a difficult task. There are some traits you should look for in an in-home caregiver that will ensure you will find the right person for your needs. Experience One thing you should always look for in a caregiver is how much experience they have doing their job.