Disorientation. Confusion. Memory loss. While these are definitely hallmark symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease and other types of dementia, they may also come about from taking…
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The Startling New Statistics in Medication-Related Senior Falls
We have known for a while that there are specific medications that enhance the risk of senior falls. 20 years ago, only a little over…
Sleep Medications for Seniors May Not Be the Best Option
What could possibly be better than getting out of bed well rested after a great night’s sleep, truly energized and ready to face your day?…
Managing Medication for Seniors: How Pill Organizers Can Fail
On average, a senior takes approximately 15-18 different prescriptions every day, so it is not hard to understand why so many seniors miss doses or…
How Can St. Louis Home Care Help Prevent Over-Medication of Seniors?
Chronic diseases, like heart disease, diabetes, COPD, etc., are on the rise. In fact, 92% of seniors age 65 and over have at least one…
The Problem with Medication Regimens
Be honest. Do you always take the medication your doctor prescribes? New research reveals some very surprising statistics. Approximately 30 percent of new prescriptions are…
Exercise vs. Medication: Which is More Effective?
Did you make a New Year’s resolution to exercise more this year? Turns out, it’s the one resolution you definitely should keep! According to a…
Medication Dispenser
Did you know that approximately 20% of seniors are using about 50 prescriptions every year? Additionally, many seniors suffer needlessly because of missed or incorrect…
Empowering Senior Independence With Home Care Services
The traditional approach to senior care often involved moving older adults to nursing homes or assisted living facilities once their care needs increased. This practice…
Coping With End-of-Life Changes: A Focus on Comfort Over Nutrition
When a loved one is nearing the end of life, every moment becomes sacred, and the changes they experience can be confusing and heartbreaking. One…