A safe home environment. It’s a must for anyone, but it’s particularly hard for the elderly to obtain. Fortunately, there are a number of different things you can do to ensure your loved ones are safer in their homes on a day to day basis, and these tips on elderproofing can help. A Word of…
Even as COVID-19 cases ebb in many states, seniors with dementia remain at high risk of the disease. Presently, more than 50% of deaths in 14 U.S. states have occurred at nursing homes. And, according to Worldometer, approximately 60% of seniors who succumbed to COVID-19 had underlying health conditions. If your loved one suffers from…
This May, the U.S. government rolled out a new version of its popular MyPlate for senior adults is a daily nutritional guide specifically tailored for the elderly. MyPlate shows a plate divided by food groups. Fruits, vegetables, protein, and other food groups are visually displayed to represent how and what healthy people should be eating daily.…
It’s important to remember that the risk of heart disease increases with age. And, cardiovascular diseases are the leading cause of death in almost all areas of the world. As we age, our diet choices may prove critical in preventing heart disease. That doesn’t mean, of course, that younger segments can afford to ignore the…
As COVID-19 outbreaks rise among seniors, heart organizations are stepping in to protect heart disease patients. In an update (May 7, 2020), the American Heart Association detailed joint efforts with national and global experts to fight both COVID-19 and heart disease. To date, the AHA has dedicated $2.5 million dollars towards understanding “COVID-19 and its…
As COVID-19 rears its head across the country, some people have already built up an immunity to it. Experts suggest that most people with COVID-19 produce antibodies. That said, certain groups are more susceptible to the disease. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control (CDC) has identified three at-risk groups: seniors (those over 65 years of…
Congestive Heart Failure (CHF) affects almost 5 million Americans, many of whom are seniors. CHF means the heart is unable to pump effectively to deliver blood, oxygen, and nutrients to the body. You may be wondering how non-medical care can help a patient with CHF in Manhattan. There are many benefits, but these seven top…
Like other home health care providers nationwide, David York Agency has seen an increased demand for its services. Indeed, the COVID-19 crisis has put into sharp focus the advantages of in-home care services. According to a CDC study, the rapid transmission of COVID-19 poses a special challenge for LTCF (long-term care facilities). Why? Asymptomatic or…
As April Stroke Awareness month closes, we wanted to bring you some important information regarding stroke victims. Trouble swallowing (dysphagia) is very common after a stroke. It’s undoubtedly a dangerous condition, as it can lead to acute problems such as malnutrition and dehydration. Dysphagia after stroke also makes patients more vulnerable to chest infections like…
Technology is often indispensable to a comfortable retirement. Since the Roomba (iRobot’s autonomous vacuum cleaner) came into existence, companies have introduced ever-more-impressive tech tools to support the senior lifestyle. Today, digital tools are reducing the isolation of seniors who proudly age-in-place. More importantly, newer smart tech tools for seniors are also making it possible to…