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. …
10 Ways to Save Save Save!
It’s not always easy to know how to manage your expenses with only a small pension. Once retired, income can decrease significantly, and it can be difficult to save money without having an additional income. Luckily, many solutions exist to compensate. In this article we have compiled 10 of the best and most effective ways to save money. 1. Write Down Your Expenses Writing down expenses - no matter how big or small - is a good way to find out how much money you have in your pocket every month. The first step is to establish a monthly budget and how much money will be going …
Insurance Guide For The Elderly
When you have elderly loved ones, it is important to think about their financial security. Anticipating the potential problems they may encounter in the future is essential. For peace of mind, many people decide to take out an insurance policy of some kind. There are several types of insurance available for older people, but it is not always easy to find the right policy for them. This article will aim to inform you about the different kinds of insurance policies available and will hopefully allow you to make more informed choices in the future. What is Insurance? In a nutshell, an …
Easy Exercises for Older People at Home
Many elderly people can struggle to get out of the house. Mobility issues and health conditions can make it difficult to remain healthy. However, it is advised that elderly people get at least 150 minutes of exercise every week. So, how can we maintain a healthy lifestyle and ensure we are getting enough exercise? Here are some simple yet effective exercises for older people to do at home. Warming Up Firstly, remember that stretching before and after exercise is an important part of any routine. Warming up prepares your heart, lungs, and muscles for a workout. Just five minutes spent …
Arranging Travel Insurance for Elderly Parents
When our elderly parents want to go travelling, it's important that they're protected. Not only is there a chance the trip could get cancelled, but there is always a risk of accidents whilst abroad. Getting travel insurance for your elderly parents will protect their finances, and offer additional peace of mind, should anything happen before or during their holiday. What Does Travel Insurance Cover? The exact coverage provided by travel insurance for your elderly parents will depend on the policy they take out. Most travel insurance policies will reimburse your loved ones if …
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