How to Recognize the Signs of Anticipatory Grief
At Santé, we’ve seen both our patients and their family members experience anticipatory grief over friends and relatives who are in their final stages of life. While every person experiences grief in his or her own unique way, here are four signs that you or a loved one may be experiencing anticipatory grief.
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5 Warning Signs Your Loved One Needs Home Care
Aging happens differently for everyone. While some seniors remain active well into their 80s, others may experience a decline in physical or mental health. Your loved one may resist the idea of asking for help. That’s why it’s important for family members and friends to recognize the indications that an elderly person needs assistance. The earlier you see these five warning signs, the sooner you can get your loved one the help they require.
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Simple Balance Exercises That You Can Do at Home
Every 11 seconds, an older American is treated for a fall-related injury. While falls aren’t totally preventable, there are things that everyone over 55 can do to help minimize the chances of a spill – for example, using assistive devices like canes or walkers if you have balance issues. Older adults can also strengthen muscles and improve balance with the help of specialized exercises.
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Starting Physical Therapy After Hip Replacement
Artificial joints aren’t as uncommon as you might think. According to doctors at the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, around 7 million Americans have an artificial hip or knee. Many of these are older adults. About 7% of people over 50 have had a complete replacement surgery – and that number doesn’t even include those with partial artificial joints!
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Low Impact Aerobic Activities for Seniors
Things may slow down as we age, but it’s important to keep active. At Santé, we understand that regular exercise can help prevent conditions such as heart disease or diabetes. It can also boost a senior’s mood and provide an opportunity to socialize with other seniors. That’s why exercise or physical therapy is often a component of our home health care and in-facility rehabilitation programs.
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3 Ways Telehealth Innovation Is Changing Care Coordination
Care coordination is critical to ensuring that patients receive care that is aligned to their individual needs at all times, across all facilities, and across all care team members. As more healthcare providers and organizations seek to deliver patient-centric care, the delivery of care must evolve and leverage new technology for faster communication and better collaboration.
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Hospice vs. Palliative Care: Making the Right Decision
Hospice and palliative care share the same priority—providing the best possible care for someone with a serious illness. Terminal illness is one of the most difficult issues anyone can face, …
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Compassion and Understanding in Dementia Care
Watching a loved one cope with illness is difficult. When that illness involves memory loss, it can be even tougher on friends and family. Approximately 47 million people worldwide are …
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Safe & Fun Summer Outings For Seniors
The summer heat in Arizona can be unbearable, especially when temperatures soar into the triple digits. While it is important for seniors to stay cool when the weather is hot, …
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