When we think about providing outside care for our senior loved ones, the elephant in the room is always cost. We love them and, of course, want the best for them. However, the blaring question is what the dollars and cents are. We want to provide the highest quality 24/7 in-home care and a high…
The holidays are over and the new year has begun. While there is a lot of information about holiday blues, there is also a similar issue with post-holiday depression. Everyone has returned home after many fun-filled days of presents and fabulous meals. With the family holiday visits a thing of the past, many elderly may…
Hypertension is often called the “silent killer,” because it usually doesn’t cause any symptoms. Although many of Bayside’s elderly may not feel the effects, this condition causes serious damage throughout the body. Having high blood pressure increases the risk of heart disease, stroke, heart failure, kidney failure, and more. On top of that, one study…
SCROLL DOWN TO YOUTUBE VIDEO LINK When confronted with a case of Sudden Cardiac Arrest, it is critical to act fast. The very first thing you need to do is dial 911. While you are waiting for the paramedics to arrive, you can do some Hands-Only CPR Compressions to jump start the process. Every moment…
The terms heart attack and sudden cardiac arrest are used interchangeably, but they are not the same. There are significant differences between the two. It is important to know the difference for proper treatment and care. Seniors and their loved ones in Brooklyn Heights as well as other areas need to be educated about the…
Anyone can stumble or trip at home. But for seniors, a simple fall can have serious consequences. Avoiding falls is important, but it’s also a good idea to have a fall detection system in place in case an accident happens. Below, we share our suggestions for affordable and effective fall detection tools (plus tips to…
The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) estimates that 15% of adults — 37 million of us — have chronic kidney disease. That’s roughly one in seven Americans. Meanwhile, that number is closer to 38% for seniors aged 65 and over. In that light, new renal disease treatments are often cause for celebration. Consider these facts:…
If the doctor has recommended surgery for your loved one’s injured hip, you may feel a little apprehensive. After all, surgery is an invasive process fraught with risks. As such, you may find yourself researching hip replacement alternatives late into the night. You know that seniors with damaged hip joints often face difficulties in performing…
In the past 30 years, the number of aging adults with obesity has doubled. This has had a negative impact on the well-being of seniors. Losing weight in later life is possible, and even a modest weight loss has important health benefits. However, because seniors have special nutritional needs, the right diet is important. SOME…
When contemplating the issues of aging, we often ignore the link between aging and substance use. However, many seniors, struggling with physical and mental changes in later life, are susceptible to the beguiling promises of drugs and alcohol. What’s more, this problem is on the rise. Substance use disorders tend to look a little different…