Covid-19 Vaccine and Elderly Side Effects

Important and timely re-post authored by A Place For Mom.... When it comes to side effects of the COVID-19 vaccines in the elderly, the news is good: Preliminary clinical data for the Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine showed the majority of side effects...

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Preventing Elders From Falling

For the elderly, the odds of falling each year are about 33%. Good odds if you’re looking to win a lottery; not very good odds if you’re a senior or care for a senior and want them to stay...

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Elderly Understand Their Limitations

When you speak with your elderly parents, listen for hints. In many cases, our elders have a great understanding of their limitations. They know what they can, and can not, accomplish. However, they may not be open, honest, and blunt...

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Elders and Quality of Life

How to stay connected with our aging seniors? I’m convinced that my elderly parents were most happy when socially engaged with other people. Certainly, an occasional stopover from a neighbor or distant relative should be encourage. Any visit from...

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Communication Methods with Elderly

Talking with elderly parents about personal, private issues can be difficult. Topics such as aging, health and finances, remaining independent while living at home, or their thoughts about their final wishes, can be every bit as difficult as...

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Elderly Emotional and Physical Health

A senior’s emotional health can affect their physical health. We see this all the time. Aging is not easy. And, being self-aware of your health can be somewhat difficult…even for those elders with strong mental acuity. The physical...

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Elders…are Experienced at Life

Elders do have something that younger generations lack…experience at life. And they appreciate passing along that expertise, both formally and in casual conversation. Elder adults understand the value of sharing life’s experiences with younger generations. Elders provide a mature...

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Managing Elderly Medication Schedules

Do you know the medication schedule for your elderly parents? For many, this can become a somewhat mind boggling task. And I’m referring to the adult children who are trying to decipher their elderly parent‘s medications! Imagine how confusing it...

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Be Informed on Elderly Medications & Schedules

Families and caregivers should familiarize themselves with ALL elder medications. Knowing the purpose of each drug can help you to understand and be alert to dosage, schedule, and medical need. Does it address blood pressure, or anxiety? Is it...

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How to Apply for VA Aid & Attendance?

How do veterans or eligible surviving spouses apply for the Aid and Attendance pension? Generally, applications are processed via the mail. Documents include the VA Aid and Attendance form, VA Form 21-2680. There is also an examination...

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