Caring for a loved one can be challenging. Whilst it is rewarding to support your loved one and grow closer to them, the demands of care may leave you burnt out at times. This can leave you struggling to provide the care your loved one needs. Fortunately, respite care is an option. What is Respite Care? Carers deserve some time away from their responsibilities. Respite care gives you the opportunity to step back and let someone else take care of your loved one. There are several forms of respite care available, including visits from a carer or a short stay in a care …
How to Keep Safe During A Heatwave
The UK has been warned of another heatwave over the next few days. Although it is fantastic to have such wonderful weather, it is also important to keep ourselves and our loved ones safe. Over-75s are categorised as most at risk from harm during a heatwave. The most common consequences are dehydration, overheating, or heatstroke. Luckily, we have compiled some top tips for keeping yourself and others safe during the heatwave. Stay Indoors Where Possible Those who are at particularly high risk should try and stay cool indoors where they can. The best ways to keep your house cool are …
Elderly Incontinence – Helping Your Parents
As our loved ones get older, it is natural that they may begin to experience incontinence. This can be an embarrassing experience, and they may struggle to ask for help. However, there is nothing wrong with needing support from family. Find out what elderly incontinence is, what could be causing it, and how you can help your parents. What is Elderly Incontinence Incontinence occurs when the bladder leaks. It may also be known as an overactive bladder. Anyone can be incontinent, but it is most common amongst over-70s. Women, especially, may be vulnerable to incontinence. What …
Sepsis Symptoms in Elderly Adults
Have you heard of sepsis? It’s a serious condition that can affect anyone, though people over the age of 75 are amongst those who are more vulnerable. As a result, it is important to know the signs to look for in your elderly loved ones. The sooner you notice sepsis symptoms in your elderly loved ones, the better their chances of recovery. What is Sepsis? When you get an infection, whether in a wound or organ, your immune system reacts to destroy the infection and protect your body. However, sometimes the immune system can overreact to an infection, damaging your body instead. …
What Does Low Blood Pressure Mean?
When we think about blood pressure, high levels are the most common cause of concern. This is because high blood pressure can cause long-term damage to our organs. However, low blood pressure can cause problems too. From causes to complications, today we will look at what low blood pressure means. Ideal Blood Pressure Blood pressure is important for our wellbeing. In short, it is the force your heart uses to pump blood around your body. High blood pressure puts unnecessary strain on your heart and blood vessels, and low blood pressure limits how much blood moves around your …
Healthy Nutrition for Older People
The importance of a healthy, well-balanced diet cannot be underestimated. As we age our bodies begin to change. As such, we should also adjust how we feed our bodies. This is particularly true for those elderly people who face conditions such as heart disease, osteoporosis and cardiovascular disease. Today, we're taking a look at nutrition for older people How Our Bodies Change: As we get older, many of us become less active. This means that we need fewer calories each day to fuel our bodies, since activity is reduced. However, most of the healthy eating principles we all know do not …
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