Medications can turn on you if you take them in the wrong doses, at the wrong times, or don’t take them at all. This is a danger for older adults who may be taking multiple medications and may have memory issues.
Keeping in touch with a loved one in a care home is especially difficult during this epidemic. A few scenarios and guidelines may help you stay connected, both for your sake and the patient’s.
It is always South Mountain’s top priority to maintain the health and well-being of your loved one. Please know the safety of our residents and staff is our greatest concern.
Damage to the brain’s frontal and temporal lobes causes forms of dementia called frontotemporal disorders. Gradually, this damage causes difficulties in thinking and behaviors normally controlled by these parts of the brain.
Older adults with weaker handgrip are more likely to be cognitively impaired than those with a stronger grip. Handgrip strength may be a low-cost way to detect cognitive impairment.
Caring for an older family member often requires teamwork. While one sibling might be local and take on most of the caregiving responsibilities, a long-distance caregiver can also have an important role.
