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By Home Care Assistance Des Moines, 8:00 am on December 16, 2022
The most common stroke symptoms are shared among men and women, but women also experience a range of less common symptoms. Knowing what to look for can help you take quick action if your senior loved one has a stroke.  Paralysis & Muscle Weakness  Strokes usually affect muscle function on…
By Home Care Assistance Des Moines, 8:00 am on December 9, 2022
Approximately 300,000 American seniors live with epilepsy, and their conditions may have developed due to a wide variety of causes. Here are a few of the common factors leading to epilepsy in older adults.  1. Strokes A 2013 study funded by the Epilepsy Foundation revealed strokes are the number one…
By Home Care Assistance Des Moines, 8:00 am on November 25, 2022
Debt is a lingering burden on individuals in every age group. However, it may feel especially burdensome to those who have already retired and live on fixed incomes. Luckily, there are still many effective and realistic ways to help senior loved ones manage debt. Here are some practical ideas.  Find…
By Home Care Assistance Des Moines, 8:00 am on November 18, 2022
Decreasing vision is a problem most seniors don’t experience until their vision has already been compromised, but there are some natural ways seniors can boost their eyesight. The methods listed below play a role in preventing age-related eye conditions such as macular degeneration, glaucoma, and dry eye, and they can…
By Home Care Assistance Des Moines, 8:00 am on November 11, 2022
Getting older can be lonely and discouraging for some seniors. Most seniors aren’t as active as they once were, they may have fewer friendships, and it might be harder to feel good about their appearance. However, high self-esteem and confidence are key to living a happy and fulfilling life at…
By Home Care Assistance Des Moines, 8:00 am on November 4, 2022
Numerous clinical studies show regular exercise not only helps seniors boost their current physical and emotional health but also significantly reduces their risk of developing dementia, cardiovascular disease, and cancer. However, many seniors don’t realize how critical physical activity is to reducing their risk of falls, which pose a significant…
By Home Care Assistance Des Moines, 8:00 am on October 28, 2022
Family caregivers can keep their senior loved ones safe and healthy while building lasting memories. The types of responsibilities caregivers have may vary, but the most important duties are generally the same. Here are some of the essential duties for family caregivers.  1. Monitor Medications Following the doctor’s orders is…
By Home Care Assistance Des Moines, 8:00 am on October 21, 2022
Many types of liver disease are preventable with vaccines or can be reversed if caught early. Yet liver disease is the one of the leading causes of death in the United States, and the number of diagnosed cases continues to climb each year. Doctors attribute this to obesity and diabetes….
By Home Care Assistance Des Moines, 8:00 am on October 14, 2022
Even if your senior loved one doesn’t have teeth, it’s still important to maintain oral hygiene. Proper hygiene can prevent infections or other oral conditions that can lead to discomfort and poor health. Follow this checklist to keep your loved one’s mouth and oral prosthetics as healthy as possible. Gently…
By Home Care Assistance Des Moines, 8:00 am on October 7, 2022
Most people never really think about how many times they swallow until their throats begin to hurt. If this is the case with a senior loved one in your life, there are some home remedies you can try.  1. Gargle with Salt Water You’ve probably heard it all your life,…