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05/24/2023

Osteoporosis Awareness and Prevention Month

This May, we are called to focus on our bone health by getting enough vitamin D, calcium, and exercise. You can also ask a doctor about taking the bone density test.

05/23/2023

Health Concerns to Consider before Exercising

Elders who want to exercise but experience chest pain, infection, joint pain, blood clots, shortness of breath, or recent surgery should see a doctor first.

05/22/2023

In choosing a companion care agency, these are the factors you should consider:

- Find recommendations by asking medical professionals and looking for online reviews on the provider's website.

- Determine whether you need medical services or not.

- Learn about the range and cost of services the agency provides. This way, you can assess if the services suit your needs.

- Research the employee skills and reputation of the agency. Licensed healthcare employees and agencies with certification are deemed to be more credible than those who are not.

05/17/2023

Exercise Tips for Elders

Here are some tips that elders can practice at home:

- Consult a doctor first.

- Use the stairs and walk more often.

- Warm-up and cool down for 5 minutes.

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Some form of regular exercise is important for older adults.

05/11/2023

Trends in Personal Assistance Among Elders

2011 data shows the percentage of elders needing assistance in the US:

- 65 to 74: 3.4%

- 75 to 84: 7%

- 85 and above: 20.7%

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The activities of daily living (ADLs) is a term used to collectively describe fundamental skills that are required to independently care for oneself such as eating, bathing, and mobility. The term activities of daily living was first coined by Sidney Katz in 1950.[1][2]

05/10/2023

The 2 general types of companion care are in-home care and live-in care.

For in-home care, the companion has a set schedule and has a shorter shift while live-in care has 24-hour shifts.