How to Help Aging Parents

The flu can be devastating for older adults. The CDC reports that between 70 and 85 percent of people who die from seasonal flu are over the age of 65. Encourage the seniors in your life to get the flu shot from their doctor or at a minute clinic. It is covered by Medicare.

Scientists from Florida State University in Tallahassee published recent research findings which used data on 12,030 older adults confirming that loneliness is tied to a raised risk of developing dementia. Researchers saw that loneliness was associated with a 40% higher risk of developing dementia over the 10-year follow up.
This report reminds us of the importance of a call or visit to an older adult and to keep ourselves connected to others as we grow older.

Loneliness tied to a higher risk of dementia A 10-year study of 12,000 diverse older adults finds that loneliness, independently of social isolation, is tied to a 40 percent higher risk of dementia.

Keep alert to scammers targeting seniors. Two common scams are when a caller pretends to be a grandchild in trouble and in need of cash, and when a caller claims to be from the IRS demanding immediate payment on tax debt. Learn more with this Huffington Post article http://www.huffingtonpost.com/anthony-cirillo/senior-scams_b_11766650.html and remind your parents it's okay to hang up if they suspect something is wrong.

The Top Scams Targeting Seniors And What To Do About Them Our senior citizens are often the most vulnerable to identity theft, which can damage reputations and wipe out life savings in an instant. A Met Life Mature Market Institute review of Senior Identity Theft estimates that elderly victims lose $2.9 billion annually to fraud. And those numbers will ris...

Have you heard of Geriatric Care Managers? These professionals are usually nurses or social workers who work with older adults and their families to coordinate care, help with next steps, and ensure that everyone involved is on the same page. This extra help can reduce the worry and stress that come along with helping aging parents. Check it out at www.aginglifecare.org

Home || Aging Life Care Association Aging Life Care Association, formerly National Association of Professional Geriatric Care Managers (NAPGCM) is a non-profit organization leading the community of Aging Life Care Professionals through education, professional development, and the highe

New study published today suggests that sedentary behavior raises risk of developing Alzheimer's disease on par with folks with a copy of the APOEe4 gene. Encourage aging parents to keep active; even small changes can make a difference! http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/315173.php

Sedentary behavior raises dementia risk as much as genetic factors A new study finds the risk of dementia onset is just as high for sedentary older adults as it is for those with a genetic predisposition for the disease.

prevention tip of the day. Having too many prescription medications is common in elderly and increases risk of falling. Review list with MD often.
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5 common areas to assess when you're visiting an loved one. http://www.aplaceformom.com/senior-care-resources/articles/conversations/medical-discussions-with-aging-parents

Talking to Elderly Parents About Medicine and Health Dr. Kernisan decided to go into geriatrics as she was interested in the policy and advocacy for primary care. Read her advice on talking to aging...

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If your aging loved one is a veteran, there is support for you. FIND OUT MORE. >> http://howtohelpagingparents.com/veteran-benefits-at-a-glance/