Malnutrition is not only just about inadequate meal consumption. It is also about not receiving enough nutrients from the food your loved ones consume. This means that even though you may be consuming enough meals each day, you can also suffer from malnutrition if the foods consumed are not providing you with a sufficient amount…
Public transportation is an inexpensive, easy, and environmentally friendly way to go from place to place. If you have never used public transportation, then thinking of doing it might be a little daunting, but it is very simple and usually safe. If you are elderly, follow these straightforward tips for using public transportation safely. Watch…
Regardless of one’s age, dehydration can become a medical emergency. The effects of dehydration may even cause damage to your body before you realize the need to hydrate yourself. Our elderly loved ones are at a greater risk of dehydration compared to their younger counterparts. We are also at risk of being dehydrated on hot…
There is nothing more vital than your comfort and convenience when thinking about moving to a senior assisted living community. Assisted living programs in Fortworth, Tx, provide care when one needs it, but freedom and flexibility when you do not. Many of these programs provide a schedule of fun activities and events so that each…
Hypothermia occurs when an individual’s body is unable to produce heat that has been lost to the cold surroundings. This can happen when the body temperature of the individual drops to about 95 degrees Fahrenheit. Hypothermia can lead to an onset of health problems such as heart attacks, liver damage and kidney problems. Severe cases…
