November 20, 2014 by Carefect Admin

Tips for New Family Caregivers

Many people may find themselves suddenly thrust into the world of caregiving. If someone in your family suddenly has an illness or a surgery that takes them off of their feet, it may become your responsibility to take care of them. Caregiving may also be thrust upon you overtime. Many people become gradual caregivers as their elderly loved ones become older and less able to take care of themselves. If either of these situations sounds familiar, then here are a few tips for you to help your first few months...

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November 10, 2014 by Carefect Admin

Types of Home Care Agencies

As your loved ones grow older, they may not be able to stay at home by themselves. Instead of going to a nursing home or an assisted living facility, many seniors want to stay in the comfort of their own home and hire a home care agency. Fortunately, there are numerous home care agencies that are willing to work with seniors and provide them the care they deserve. There are several types of organizations that are able to provide home care for the elderly population. An important distinction that you...

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November 3, 2014 by Carefect Admin

Common Health Scams Targeting Seniors

It seems like everywhere you look there is a new scam that could target seniors. Most of the scams that affect seniors in today’s society deal with health problems. Magazines, television ads, and newspaper ads all tout miracle drugs that claim to do everything from cure arthritis to cancer. “Smart Drugs” are advertised across every media outlet that claim to cure painful ailments and keep people healthy. These drugs are unregulated, and could actually cause more harm than good. Health scams and the marketing of unproven cures have been around...

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June 12, 2014 by Carefect Admin

Tips for Coping with Some of the Most Common Side Effects of Dialysis

Dialysis is a type of medical procedure that many elderly people must undergo. Patients with kidney disease or any type of kidney failure must undergo dialysis on a routine basis in order to filter their blood and keep them healthy. Your kidneys are bean shaped organs located in your mid to lower back. They are vital organs in filtering toxins and wastes products out of your blood. The waste products are then removed from your body through urine so that your blood can stay clean and healthy. For people with...

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May 19, 2014 by Carefect Admin

Living with Multiple Sclerosis (Part 2)

Multiple Sclerosis, or MS, is an immune-mediated progressive disease that affects millions of people all around the world. It is a progressive disease that has no cure. Patients who suffer from MS must learn to cope with their illness in order to go on about their daily lives. The first part of this blog series focused on small lifestyle changes you can make to help reduce your symptoms of MS. This article will focus on tips to help you regain function when your symptoms have greatly worsened. Physical Therapy One...

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May 12, 2014 by Carefect Admin

Choosing the Right Walking Stick or Cane for the Elderly

As you age, you may notice that your stability is beginning to waver. If you have had a few balance scares while walking, then it may be time to get a walking stick or a cane. While they are not always the most aesthetically pleasing accessories, they can help keep you safe and healthy as you walk. Walking Sticks or Canes are one easy way to support yourself while you walk. You may need to use them on rough terrain or on an everyday basis. If you are starting to...

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January 9, 2014 by Carefect Admin

Caring For an Elderly Loved One after Hip Replacement

Hip replacement surgery is a relatively common procedure but the recovery time after surgery can be much more complicated so it is important for family caregivers to know what to expect. Recovery time varies from patient to patient but family caregivers should make sure that they give their loved one enough time to heal properly and should expect to provide care for at least a few months. In this article we would like to offer some tips for caring for an elderly loved one after hip replacement. Prepare the House...

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November 28, 2013 by Carefect Admin

Common Myths and Misconceptions about Parkinson’s

Parkinson’s disease is a progressive, neurological disease that mainly affects those in the elderly community. Around 1 in 500 people develop Parkinson’s disease and there is no way to prevent or cure it. Most people know very little about Parkinson’s disease but it is very important for family caregivers to understand the myths and misconceptions surrounding Parkinson’s disease so that they can provide their loved ones with the best possible care. In this article we would like to offer some information to help family caregivers discern myth from fact when...

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October 28, 2013 by Carefect Admin

Caring For an Elderly Loved One at the End Stage of Life

Caring for an elderly loved one at the end stage of their life can be a very challenging and emotional task for many family caregivers so it is important to know what to expect before taking on the task. In this article we would like to offer some tips on how to help make the process easier for both family caregivers and their loved ones. The first thing that family caregivers need to do is decide when their loved one’s end of life care should begin. Every person is different...

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October 24, 2013 by Carefect Admin

Common Health Risks of the Bedridden Patient

Being bedridden can be very difficult for many patients to adjust to and it can also cause other health problems as well. It is important for family caregivers to know what to expect so that they can manage or avoid the health risks that bedridden patients are prone to. In this article we would like to offer some information about common health risks of the bedridden patient and some tips for family caregivers to follow in order to try and prevent those health risks. The most common health risk for...

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