1. People with dementia may exhibit behavior that appears to be lying, but it is actually a result of a condition called confabulation. 2. Confabulation is a symptom of dementia where false information is given without the conscious intent to deceive. 3. Caregivers may struggle with interpreting confabulation as lying, especially if the person with […]
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Taking care of loved ones who are getting older is a duty that many people gladly take on. But sometimes it can get too difficult to do on your own. In that case, hiring a professional caregiver might be the only option. Now, many people wonder when to hire a personal caregiver. And, in this
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As our loved ones get older, it’s more important than ever to make sure their home is safe and secure. Making some changes around the house can lower the chance of any unforeseen accident. This guide will talk about some things that we can do to make our homes as senior-friendly as possible. 6 Tips
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A trip to the emergency room made me realize why caregivers are advised to organize heath information. When Mom broke her hip, I called an ambulance. When it arrived, I confidently recited Mom’s Medicare number. When asked what medications she took, I pulled out our basket of pill bottles. At the hospital, the questions got
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For many older adults, mobility limitations, health issues and low energy can keep them from the social engagement they once enjoyed. Especially in seniors who live alone, social isolation can lead to loneliness, depression and poor physical health. Pet therapy has been shown to benefit seniors by improving depression and anxiety symptoms, increasing self-care, and
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“Each year more than one in four adults aged 65 and older will fall. This represents 29 million falls,3 million emergency room visits and 800,000 hospitalizations” Falls and accidents seldom “just happen.” The more you take care of your overall health and well-being, the more likely you’ll be to lower your chances of falling. Here
