Bedsores or pressure ulcers develop when people remain in the same position for extended amounts of time. The human body needs to move frequently to promote the healthy flow of blood to all parts of the body and to keep its tissues healthy. The older adults living in...
Seniors with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia are among the most vulnerable to abuse. That abuse is most often at the hands of those given the responsibility of caring for them. These seniors can make easy victims because their memories and grasp of...
There is a risk that any elderly person who goes into a nursing home could be a victim of neglect or abuse. For many, the signs are minimal or could be covered up by stating that their problems are linked to old age or medical conditions they live with. As someone who...
Thousands of collisions occur in Ohio every year, with many resulting in serious injuries and fatalities. While many of these crashes occur at high speeds, a surprising number of accidents happen when a vehicle is backing up. The most recent data from the National...
The decision to entrust a stranger with your loved one’s care is never easy. However, when you decide to send your parent, sibling or friend to a nursing home, you trust that they will receive the best care available. After all, you are paying an arm and a leg for it....
A spinal cord injury can lead to paraplegia or quadriplegia. These forms of paralysis impact the limbs and can require a person to need extensive assistance with daily tasks. This can be very expensive to pay for, especially when the person isn’t able to work because...
The decision to place your elderly relative in a nursing home is never easy. You have probably invested a lot of time and money into finding a spot where they will be happy. You deserve the peace of mind in knowing that your loved one will not be unnecessarily exposed...
If you have a loved one in a nursing home or other residential living facility, you may feel guilty about them spending the holidays there. You may wonder if bringing them home, at least for a few days over Thanksgiving or Christmas weekend, would be best for them....
Residents who live in long-term care facilities count on the staff members to help them remain safe. One thing that has to be considered in these cases is the risk of falling. Every resident must be evaluated to determine if they’re at an increased risk of falling. ...
If there is one injury commonly associated with advanced age, it is probably bedsores (also known as pressure ulcers). As people's strength and energy levels decline with age, they spend more time in bed or sitting in the same position throughout the day. A sedentary...
