Bladder control is a common problem among seniors, and it can’t almost always be treated or cured, but it can be managed. Also, bladder incontinence as a bladder control problem isn’t a disease, but a symptom of other problems in the body. A bladder control problem is one that allows urine to escape involuntarily. The…
When a loved one has Alzheimer’s disease, the possibility of your family member wandering off is a very real one. The Alzheimer’s Association says that 6 put of 10 people who have this disease can exhibit the tendency to wander. In addition, wandering behavior just isn’t on foot, but it can happen if the person…
One of the problems seniors face as they age deals with mobility. Mobility problems are common among older adults and can cause social, physical and psychological problems. This is because being mobile is essential to get through a day. People need mobility to see friends, get across a room, to be able to use the…
Being alone can affect a senior’s health in many ways. If a senior is isolated socially as well as being alone, the effect on mortality can be doubled per age group also. One reason may be that people who live alone or don’t have much social contact have no one to turn to if acute…
Cold weather can affect the health of seniors. Making sure that seniors knows the dangers which cold weather can bring is important. Listed below are some dangers that seniors face in the winter; how to prevent these dangers and how to treat them as well. It is written to carers because some of the signs…