First, let’s look at the numbers when it comes to medication management and seniors. Roughly 86% of all adults over 65 take at least one prescription medication daily. Another 42% take five or more drugs. This increases the likelihood of drug interactions in older adults or adverse drug events (ADE). Taking multiple medications at once is…
It all started with a single step. You didn’t see the upturned corner of your old throw rug, and the resulting tumble brought you to your knees—literally. This led to surgery and a hip replacement. Now the question arises for the next step in your recovery: What are the benefits of short-term rehab for seniors,…
It used to be a time of celebration: Enjoying a steak dinner with friends at a nice restaurant. Whether you were there for a birthday, graduation, or just to enjoy a nice meal out, there was a genuine sense of joy centered around eating together. But now, you don’t visit restaurants often. When you do…
A heart attack is not only life-threatening—it’s frightening. When you’ve experienced a heart attack, it’s vital to take care of your cardiovascular health to prevent a second heart attack, which is why cardiac rehabilitation for seniors is so important. In fact, according to the American Heart Association, a second heart attack is often more dangerous…
In this article: Your mother needs help with household chores and taking a shower. Is assisted living or skilled nursing the right choice for her? What if respiratory disease has made it difficult for your spouse to function? Skilled nursing or assisted living? Before you can understand the level of care your loved one needs,…
In This Article: Can you no longer take care of your loved one by yourself? Are you unable to provide the 24-hour supervision and medical expertise they require? If so, you should consider the benefits of a skilled nursing facility in Pollocksville. These communities play a vital role in helping those with serious, chronic…
No one wants to talk about it. Few even want to approach the question of what is an advanced care directive? Why? Perhaps because the question reminds us of issues we may feel we’re not ready to consider. However, an advanced care directive is vital to ensuring that your wishes are carried out in the…
First, your mother needed some help around the house after her knee replacement. You were glad to lend a hand. But over time, her health deteriorated. She even fell once, and you didn’t find her until you got off of work. You can’t leave her unsupervised, and as a result, became her full-time caregiver. And now…
A stroke can be devastating—and they are alarmingly more common than you might think. That’s one reason why we believe it is so important to implement effective OT exercises for stroke patients at Brook Stone. Every 40 seconds, an American has a stroke, and every 3.5 minutes, someone dies of a stroke, according to information…
It feels almost painful to watch. Your father, who previously has been functioning independently, is having difficulty getting dressed. The problem started after severe arthritis caused him to be extremely limited. You’re happy to help, but you would rather see your father living more independently again. How can occupational therapy help? Occupational therapy and physical…
