| Anti-Scamming Tips |
| Seniors Need to be Aware of Con Artists
www.youtube.com/watch?v=Sk5fU23FIik
Seniors need to be aware that there are many untrusting people just waiting to take their money. It is common for seniors to be approached with an offer for a financial investment. Seniors should take caution in these situations because there are many scams that are affecting recent [...] |
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| Technology can Aid Seniors |
| Advances in Technology Benefit Seniors
www.youtube.com/watch?v=uBlCHj1Oyes
Many seniors enter nursing homes each year. Many times, this is because they are not safe at home. Some caregivers and family members may not feel that the senior is capable of caring for themselves. There is an available technological system that can be installed in [...] |
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| Senior Eye Care |
| Preparing for a Cataract Assessment Appointment
www.youtube.com/watch?v=K8biXY37ZvA
Cataracts tend to develop slowly, creating impaired vision that interferes with daily activities such as reading and driving (especially at night). If you think your aging loved one’s vision is deteriorating, have set up an appointment with their usual eye care provider. Appointments are usually brief, so ... |
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| Senior Summer Guide |
| Summer Safety Tips for Seniors
www.youtube.com/watch?v=v0c_SE65-zU
Many seniors have a hard time during the summer, especially on days when the temperature rises. It is important to take steps to make sure that seniors remain safe during these times. The tips that are included in the list below can ensure senior safety during the [...] |
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| Prevent Elderly Wandering |
| Alzheimer’s and Wandering – Tips to Stop It
www.youtube.com/watch?v=DzBLL70BbNc
Controlling a wandering Alzheimer’s patient is one way to ensure their safety. When a patient wanders, they could get lost and not know how to find their way back. In addition, wandering can create a lot of stress for the caretaker of the individual. [...] |
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| Senior Male Hormones |
| Men and Testosterone Levels
www.youtube.com/watch?v=FEqZgOFVm6Y
Senior men generally have a lower level of this hormone. As they age, the body will produce less testosterone. The lack of this hormone could be linked to the development of frailty. This can cause other problems as well, including loss of strength and muscle mass. In the [...] |
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| Caregivers Can Be Men |
| Men Take On Role of Caregiver
www.youtube.com/watch?v=-IJYLQa2jOA
Sometimes men will have no choice but to become the caregiver at home. If their spouse suddenly gets ill, they will have to take on this role. This can be very overwhelming and scary for many men. While this is common, men need to learn how [...] |
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| Dementia Information |
| Dementia Does Exist
www.youtube.com/watch?v=igthwxGrfl4
Dementia is a serious disease that affects millions of seniors. Each year, more and more seniors are being diagnosed. There is no cure for this disease, though there are some medications that may help slow the progression. Some people will even argue that the disease does not exist, but it does. Below are [...] |
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| Senior Travel Guide |
| Information for Traveling Seniors
www.youtube.com/watch?v=G36FvdpL2KI
It is very common for retired seniors to take numerous trips. Now that they have the time, they are eager to see places they have never seen. While this can be a great experience, it is important for seniors to plan correctly. The following list provides five useful tips that can help [...] |
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| Helping Seniors Sleeps |
| Tips for Sleeping Better
www.youtube.com/watch?v=HlRbpDBJRtI
Many senior get frustrated because they are unable to fall asleep at night. There may be different reasons for this, but seniors need to take a close look at the things they are doing and eating before going to bed at night. Below is a list of sleeping tips that may be [...] |
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