Bedsores, also known as pressure ulcers, are skin lesions that develop in elderly who are bedridden or have mobility issues. Because they are confined to their beds for extended periods, the unrelieved pressure due to body weight causes this painful skin condition. According to a study by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s National…
According to the Population Reference Bureau, over 7 million people over 65 in the United States suffered memory-related illnesses in 2020. Health experts expect this figure to rise over the next decade as the baby boomer population ages. Understandably, the demand for memory care and skilled nursing is increasing daily. Many assisted living communities now…
A loved one’s dementia diagnosis is a heartbreaking realization. While it may be difficult to move beyond the reality of your loved one’s condition, it is critical to use this valuable time to plan for what’s to come. The symptoms of dementia-related illnesses worsen over time. You or a loved one may not retain the…
The onset of dementia and related diseases such as Alzheimer’s can cause distressing symptoms like anxiety and agitation. A loved one’s mood can shift abruptly, leaving caregivers perplexed about what they did or how to appease them. The causes of this agitation could vary. It can result from your loved one ruminating about a traumatic…
Several signs can indicate that your loved one needs help from a memory care facility. That includes a detrimental behavioral change characterized by confusion and disorientation. Additionally, older citizens may show a sharp decline in physical health. Increased caregiver stress along with isolation and loneliness are other signs that prove that your loved one needs…
