October 18 is Healthcare Aide Day. On this day, we recognize healthcare aides, the ones with around-the-clock work and services provided to patients across the globe. Health care aides are ever-present, helping those who are sick and aging. They also step in to help those who simply need a caring, compassionate hand. Care management is…
The aging process can take a toll on the human body and mind. Watching your parents or a family member show signs of their age can be difficult. There may come a time when your elderly loved one needs some assistance to carry on with their daily life. At this point, you will have to…
September is National Self-Care Month, and who is better deserving of self-care than those who dedicate their lives to taking care of others? Caregiving shows true love, devotion, and selflessness. Caregivers often lose sight of their own well-being. But, caring for yourself is one of the most important things you can do as a caregiver….
As our loved ones get older, sometimes there can be a struggle for independence in the home. Here at Reflections Management and Care, we know that maintaining independence as we age is important to many seniors who want to stay in their home as long as possible. It’s comforting for many people to be able…
Eye health is increasingly important as we age. Maintaining our eye health and regularly visiting the doctor for check-ups pertaining to vision and other illnesses can add years onto our lives. Medical professionals suggest that seniors over 65 years of age should get their eyes checked annually. This is to detect common eye illnesses and…
We’ll let you in on a little secret: The best medicine for aging well is laughter! Keeping stress low is extremely important and often underrated for keeping the mind and body healthy as you age. Did you know that medical professionals estimate that 90% of illness and disease is stress-related? Spending time with family and…
Do you have an elderly parent that you care deeply about that needs some extra care when it comes to aging well with healthy vision? Staying on top of healthy vision is imperative for senior patients, as vision can change quickly at this age. Loss of vision among the elderly is a serious health issue…
Falling is a serious health hazard for senior citizens. The CDC reports that over 36 million falls occur among adults over the age of 65 and 1 in 5 of those falls result in serious injury. The best way to avoid this major health risk is to take steps toward fall prevention before something serious…
Summer is in full swing, and with the temperatures continuing to rise, it’s imperative to protect your skin – no matter your age. However, it’s especially important for older adults to take extra precautions when spending time out in the sun. According to the Skin Cancer Foundation, 1 in 5 Americans will develop skin cancer…
Alzheimer’s disease is one of the most frequent, yet mysterious, diseases across the globe. It is the most common form of dementia in people over the age of 60 and slowly deteriorates the brain by losing memory and thinking skills. Sometimes, it starts 5,10, or 20 years before symptoms appear. Although new breakthroughs in treatment…
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