Depression and Physical Activities in Older Adults
By CarePatrol Introduction Depression can affect up to 25% of the elderly population. Depression is characterized by social withdrawal, loss of interest in activities, weight loss or gain, difficulty sleeping,…
Physical Changes of Aging: Unavoidable vs. Preventable Physical Changes in the Aging Adult
By CarePatrol Physical Changes of Aging Physical changes of aging fall into two categories: normal and pathogenic. Certain universal, inevitable, and irreversible occurrences can be predicted by age alone; they…
Conservatorship vs Guardianship: What’s the Difference?
By CarePatrol As our loved ones get older, they sometimes lose the ability to take care of themselves, both in lifestyle and finances. In these cases, it might become necessary…
Benefits for Michigan Veterans
In 2014, the US Census Bureau stated there were 21.8 million veterans in the United States, which is roughly 6% of the country’s 319.2 million citizens. It is estimated that…
Questions Seniors Should Ask Their Doctors (Communication is Key)
By CarePatrol A person has to take an active role and have responsibility for one’s own health. Communication with caregivers and medical professionals is key. Going to the doctor is…
Can Exercise Heal Your Heart As You’re Aging?
By CarePatrol Can Exercise Heal Your Heart? Can exercise heal your heart? Well, research has found that it is never too late to help make a senior’s heart stronger and…
Fun Activities When Visiting Loved Ones
53 activities you can do when visiting your loved ones Talk about what you both have been up to since your last visit together… Bring photos of family and friends–from days…
Assisted Living for Visually Impaired Seniors
By CarePatrol of Nashville-Franklin Many physical changes occur as a person ages – hearing loss, limited mobility, visual impairment, and many other changes. Research indicates that approximately 17% of adults…
Medicaid and the Married Couple
By CarePatrol When faced with the high cost of care, married couples in particular worry about depleting their nest egg. The well spouse may be concerned that caring for their…
What to Bring to Assisted Living – And What Not to Bring
Now that you’ve made the big decision to move into an assisted living facility, what should you take? This checklist will help you determine what to bring to assisted living…
Moving On Without Leaving Behind Your Dear Pet
By CarePatrol of Overland Park-Topeka Many of us, including our elderly family members, have pets that are an important and integral part of their lives. When seniors consider whether moving…
Tips for Moving Loved Ones into Assisted Living
We wanted to share some tips for moving loved ones into assisted living as it can greatly assisted your research efforts. When you find the right one, the real challenge…