According to a recent 2014 government report, Americans are living longer lives as death rates fall, and the average life expectancy for a person age 65 in 2012 was 19.3 years. Many people have difficulty with this concept of life expectancy as they feel death is a normal, natural process of living that can be Read More
While a person of any age may drink too much or have problems with alcohol consumption; older adults have unique issues that make drinking a serious issue. In many cases, older people have health problems that require taking medication. These drugs, when combined with alcohol, have devastating consequences. While some older adults may be able Read More
Doctors die too. They are human, just like the rest of us, and they succumb to illnesses, diseases and even old age. While it is easy to understand that doctors die, something rather astonishing to consider is how they die. While doctors are often quick to recommend extensive treatments, invasive tests and a multitude of Read More
Dealing with loss is a normal part of aging, yet many senior care facilities try to handle death discreetly in an attempt to minimize the pain felt by older adults. In many homes, a simple flower vase placed upon a table or a card will be all that is done to memorialize someone who has Read More
Hospice care provides valuable services when the end of life is near, but recent reports indicate many individuals are receiving hospice care too late. Of the 1.5 million hospice patients in the United States, about one-third die within a week of signing up for services. Hospice Explained Hospice provides many benefits to individuals who are Read More
Many people experience aches and pains as they age, but when these symptoms are frequent, prevent them from completing essential activities of daily living or inhibit quality of life, it is a problem to take seriously. When this happens, arthritis is often to blame. Options for Arthritis Treatment and Pain Management Seniors diagnosed with arthritis Read More
Recent studies show that the rates of melanoma, or skin cancer, are on the rise for seniors. This is particularly true for men over the age of 65, and it is an alarming finding. Skin cancer accounted for more than 5,700 deaths in men over the age of 60 in 2011, and this population is Read More
Are you a woman? Do you consider yourself healthy? You may be, but every woman is at risk for a stroke — some more than others. Do you know the signs of a stroke? A recent study by Ohio State University concluded that most women don’t know the signs of stroke — and that’s bad Read More
When people think about challenges they may face after they reach the age of 65, many do not anticipate that a fall and a broken hip can be one. However, 25 percent of individuals who fall and break a hip are likely to die within a year because of their injury. For people who fall Read More
Hospice Care – Preserving Dignity and Comfort When an individual is in the final stages of life, support is essential. Many people express a wish to return home and die in peace, surrounded by loved ones and in a familiar setting, but granting this wish can be difficult. Pain management often remains necessary, and an individual’s spiritual Read More
By Glenda Wellington, Director of Patient Care Services Last month, Salus Homecare hosted its first annual skills lab training event for its Orange County clinicians. Over 75 home health clinicians attended the milestone education event along with several Salus vendors. The skills lab training day was hosted at one of Salus’ home health locations and designed Read More
Many seniors remain healthy and independent throughout their lives, but even for the healthiest individuals, emergencies do arise. Emergency situations can quickly turn to a time of crisis filled with confusion, frustration and financial distress. While these situations are always difficult, stress can be minimized with proper planning. The Risks of Procrastinating Orange County seniors Read More
The Salus Personal Concierge Nursing Service represents the highest standard of in home care and is ideal for those who are seeking highly customized, private medical care. Concierge Nursing Provides Customized Private Medical Care With this system, a client or caregiver simply makes one call to any one of our offices, and our fully trained Read More
