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How to Recognize Vascular Dementia
According to the Mayo Clinic, “Vascular dementia is an umbrella term that describes impairments in cognitive function caused by problems in blood vessels that feed the brain.” In some cases, a blood vessel may be completely blocked, causing a stroke. Not all strokes cause vascular dementia. It depends on the severity of the stroke, where [...]
Great CPR and First Aid Guides for the iPhone/iPod Touch
I am thrilled to report that the American Heart Association has some fantastic new CPR and First Aid guides for the iPhone and iPod touch that make it easy to keep their hints/instructions with you at all times. The iPhone application provides users with illustrations, videos, information storage, recent information updates and American Heart Association guidelines. Topics include: [...]
Local Computer Classes for Seniors
According to Pew Research in a research study entitled, Generations Online in 2009, “larger percentages of older generations are online now than in the past and they are dong more activities online.” They are primarily using the Internet for “research, shopping, and banking.” The study reports that despite their growing usage of the Internet they still [...]
How to Find a Wheelchair Accessible Hotel
The last trip my mother and I took together, she needed the assistance of a wheelchair. As her travel companion and the girl in charge of the chair, I was concerned about finding wheelchair accessible accommodations. Since then, I have found a couple of sites that provide assistance in this area. Please keep in mind [...]
One Time Economic Stimulus Checks
The Social Security Administration has published a document entitled, “One -Time Economic Recovery Payment 2009.” According to the document, “On February 17, 2009 President Barack Obama signed into law the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act. This law provides a one-time economic recovery payment of $250 to people who get certain types of Federal Benefits.” The [...]
India Cares for Seniors
Knowing that my mother’s care is very expensive here in the United States, a couple of friends have shared information with me on caring for the elderly abroad. My mother’s home is in the United States and I wouldn’t think of taking her away from her family and close friends for care abroad. However, I [...]
The Altzheimer’s Project Airs Tonight
Maria Shriver, co-executive producer of The Alzheimer’s Project, spent time speaking with Diane Sawyer on ABC’s Good Morning America on May 6, 2009. We have provided information on the series in previous Senior Help Forum posts. However, it really is worth your time and effort to watch Maria’s Good Morning America interview online. It is [...]
Risk Factors for Stroke that You Can Control
Certainly, there are many risk factors for stroke that you just don’t have any control over. Such as, age, gender, ethnicity, family history and medical history. According to an online article by Everyday Health entitled, Stroke Risk Factors: What You Should Know “about 50 percent of people who survive a stroke will be disabled preventing [...]
Altzheimer’s Programming on HBO
Last week, I posted information on an upcoming series that HBO will be airing on Alzheimer’s Disease. I have been back to the HBO website several times since posting the story. For any of you who are interested in educating yourselves, I think you will find their dedication to this devastating disease impressive. Click here [...]
Tips for Caring for Your Parents from Afar
A January 31, 2008 online article entitled, Caring for Mom and Dad from Afar on CNNHealth.com, reports that “Between 5 million and 7 million Americans care for an older relative from afar – – at least one hour away, according to Family Caregiver Alliance. ‘The need is so great, and the out-of-town kids feel so [...]