November is National Diabetes Month. Diabetes is one of the biggest health issues in the U.S. and affects about 12 million people age 65 and older. Here’s a guide to diabetes in seniors. According to Aging.com, diabetes is affecting even more people as the population grows. As of 2015, the Center for Disease Control says more than 30 million Americans…
One of the biggest challenges when caring for a loved one is figuring out what to do when you or a companion caregiver can’t be with them. The fear of falls and other medical emergencies can be stressful if a loved one is left alone for any period of time. Medical alert systems offer a vital service to those with…
October, 2019. A special announcement involving the family and legacy of Dr. Gene Cohen will be made this Fall, around the upcoming holidays. Assisting Hands Home Care Potomac is working exclusively with Dr. Cohen’s family to release a fun game and memory tool to engage those suffering from Alzheimer’s and Dementia. Since 1994, until his death in 2009, Dr. Gene…
According to eatright.org, as people get older, their bodies have different nutritional needs. From eating more fiber-rich foods to getting enough Vitamin B12 and Calcium, here are some of the special nutrient needs of older adults. Eating right and staying fit are important no matter what your age. As we get older our bodies have different needs, so certain nutrients…
October is Health Literacy Month. Do you know what health literacy means and how it can impact the quality of senior care and overall wellbeing? Here’s a quick guide from health.gov that breaks it all down. Health literacy is the degree to which individuals have the capacity to obtain, process, and understand basic health information and services needed to make…
This article, from the Breast Cancer Research Foundation discusses how BCRF researchers are treating this growing patient population. October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. While older adults represent the majority of breast cancer patients, there are limited guidelines on how to treat them. Researchers are hoping to change that. Breast cancer is a disease of aging. The median age of…
There are a lot of things to think about when a loved one is about to have major surgery. After the procedure is complete and recovery has begun, there are even more questions to consider. Is there a risk of falling? What is the medication schedule? Does your loved one need help a few hours a day or require round…
For caregivers, navigating a senior’s medical needs can be a confusing and daunting task. Here are 5 key questions caregivers should always ask. According to theconversation.com, The population of seniors, or people age 65 or over, in the United States neared 48 million last year and is steadily growing. Consequently, millions of adult children find themselves taking care of their…
WebMD, a great resource of information. The second half of your life can bring some of your most rewarding decades. You may be more confident than your younger self. You gain wisdom and patience. Sure, your hair sprouts more grays and your face sports more lines. But you can grow older with your body and mind as healthy as they…
According to ProstateCancer.net, the median age of prostate cancer diagnosis is 66 years old, with the highest proportion of those diagnosed between 65 and 74 years old, followed closely by those between 55 and 64 years old. Only about 10% of all prostate cancer cases are considered early-onset and affect men younger than 55 years old. The median age of…
