Technology has made lives easier in various forms. Whether it’s the ease of shopping, communicating, or working, technological advancements contributed vastly to one’s daily activities. As dementia cases in seniors rise, you can also use technology to help your loved one through the process.

TIANJIN, China (StudyFinds.org) — Good news for both coffee and tea drinkers, an extra cup of either beverage may help fight off serious health risks as you age. A new study reveals drinking more coffee, more tea, or a combination of both appears to lower the risk of suffering a stroke or developing dementia later in life

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Is your loved one aging in place? Part of helping someone do that successfully involves limiting risks — but at the same time allowing for Mom, Dad or another family member to maintain independence. Consider these smart choices around the house for added safety, autonomy and a sense of connection.

THIS SURPRISING OCCURRENCE COULD SPELL COGNITIVE TROUBLE IN THE FUTURE.
 Approximately 55 million people across the globe have dementia, a progressive, degenerative, and ultimately fatal condition with no known cure. Sadly, the World Health Organization (WHO) estimates that, by the year 2050, this number will more than double.

During a 2003 heatwave in Europe, over 70,000 people died — most from dehydration. An overwhelming number of these individuals were older adults, in their 70s, 80s and 90s, many of whom lived alone. Gary Egan, a scientist previously affiliated with Melbourne’s Howard Florey Institute, wanted to figure out why some people with access to water could possibly die of dehydration.  

Aging and exercise often come with a lot of misconceptions. As the founder and creative director of StrongerU Senior Fitness, Emily Johnson is on a mission to innovate and elevate senior fitness globally by empowering recreation, fitness and wellness professionals to deliver high-quality senior fitness classes.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention states: “1 in 5 of them don’t know they have it “and “diabetes is the seventh leading cause of death in the United States.” The CDC defines diabetes as “your body either doesn’t make enough insulin or can’t use the insulin it makes as well as it should.

Hearing loss can sneak up on people, especially in old age, and unmitigated hearing loss can lead to emotional frustration and social isolation.

The cost of 24 hour care can vary depending on a variety of factors, and understanding these factors will assist you in deciding which home health agency to use for your loved one's care.

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At Acasa SeniorCare we aim to provide more than a caregiver, we want you to gain a best friend. We take the time to get to know you on a personal level so that we can match you with a compatible caregiver with similar interests.

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