Caring for the Elderly Blog

Retirement marks a significant shift in our lives. You might begin to look for ways to make your life feel more meaningful and satisfying — and the right recreational activities can do just that.
Lewy Body Dementia (LBD) is a progressive brain disease that can affect memory, thinking, movement, behaviour, and even sleep.
Caring for someone with dementia can be overwhelming, especially when dealing with challenging behaviors. To make caregiving easier, many caregivers rely on the 4 Rs of Dementia Care.
After a stroke, many people face challenges with communication. This is often caused by reduced blood supply to the left side of the brain. This type of stroke is also referred to as a left hemisphere ischemic stroke.
When we think about allergies, we usually picture a runny nose, itchy eyes, and maybe a box of tissues close at hand.
We’ve all heard that excess salt is no friend to our bodies. Most of us think it only affects people with high blood pressure. But new research says that’s not the full story.
We often hear that the food we eat can affect how we feel — and now, science is backing that up. Recent research has explored how citrus fruits may play a role in lowering the risk of depression.
Whether you are a caregiver by profession or caring for a loved one at home, sleep often becomes one of the things to slip away. Long hours, unpredictable needs, and stress can make it hard to rest well.
As we age, it's normal for kidney function to slow down. For seniors, common health conditions like high blood pressure and diabetes can place even more strain on the kidneys, increasing the risk of serious problems over time.

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