April 6, 2020
Uplifting In-Home Care Services for Seniors & Other Adults
Pneumonia in Seniors: Causes, Treatments, and Prevention
Pneumonia is a major cause of mortality among Toronto's seniors 65 and older. According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, more people die each year from pneumonia than from car accidents. There are several primary reasons why seniors are more susceptible to contracting pneumonia.
Hearing Loss: Tinnitus and Presbycusis In Toronto’s Seniors
Dealing with a senior or elderly loved one with hearing loss can be maddening, especially if the senior is in denial about their hearing loss. While loss of hearing is a common aliment that comes with aging, many caregivers and seniors need assistance in recognizing, diagnosing and seeking treatment for hearing loss.
Elderly Wandering: Protecting Toronto’s Alzheimer’s and Dementia Patients
According to the Alzheimer’s Association, 6 in 10 people with dementia will wander, and if not found within 24 hours, up to half will suffer serious injury or death. Due to Canada’s growing number of seniors, many of whom are afflicted with Alzheimer’s and dementia, wandering is increasing.
Pain Management in Toronto Seniors with Dementia
It is hard to see a loved one in pain. What is more difficult is to think of your loved one in pain, but unable to communicate that pain to you or a caregiver. Unfortunately, and for several different reasons, those with dementia or Alzheimer’s often have trouble communicating pain levels.
Elderly Falls: Tips For Preventing Falls Among Canada’s Seniors
About one third of the senior population over the age of 65 falls each year, but since many incidents go unreported by seniors and unrecognized by family members or caregivers – this estimate is most likely quite low. Falls are the leading cause of death from injury among people 65 and older, and the risk of falls increases proportionately with age. At 80 years, over half of seniors fall annually.
Kitchen Safety For Seniors: Tips For Toronto Seniors
There are so many potentially harmful items for seniors in kitchens. In fact, though maybe not surprising, kitchens are one of the most dangerous areas of a home for seniors. These potentially dangerous items, combined with physical issues such as diminished balance, vision, and reflexes, dramatically increase the risk of minor and serious injuries in the kitchen area.
Bathroom Safety: Keeping Toronto Seniors Safe in the Bathroom
Bathrooms can be quite hazardous ─ especially for seniors because they typically have slippery surfaces, and nothing dependable to grasp in order to prevent falls. Fall-related injuries can range from minor cuts, scrapes, and bruises to more severe injuries, including broken bones such as hip fractures, head contusions, and even spinal cord injury.
Summer Safety for Seniors: Keeping Toronto Seniors Healthy
Summer is right around the corner and before we know it, the days are long and the temperatures are high. This time of year heat-related illnesses such as heat stroke, dehydration, and heat exhaustion are a growing concern among the senior and elderly. While Canada may be known for our cold winters and temperate summers, heat-related illnesses are a concern for seniors, especially since they aren’t used to handling the physical demands of a hot climate.
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