Cognitive Impairment After Anesthesia and Surgery
By CarePatrol of Baltimore Cognitive impairment after anesthesia and surgery (postoperative cognitive dysfunction, [POCD]) is a recognized clinical occurrence. In the majority of cases, POCD is short-lived and does not cause…
Consider Downsizing for Both Staying In or Moving Out
By CarePatrol of Baltimore Have you ever looked around and realized you have too much stuff? It may be time to downsize. Whether you’re staying in your home or considering…
Easy Cooking Tips for Senior-Friendly Fare
By CarePatrol of Baltimore If you’re an adult child or a primary caregiver for an older adult, or if you’re a senior yourself, it can be stressful trying to create…
Exercise is Especially Good for Seniors
By CarePatrol of Baltimore Everyone knows it’s better to be active than a couch potato, but did you know that physical activity was recently shown to be the number one…
Get Moving!
By CarePatrol of Baltimore The facts are in and the Surgeon General’s Report concludes that the “loss of strength and stamina attributed to aging is in part caused by reduced…
Healthy Eating for Seniors
By CarePatrol of Baltimore Finding it difficult to muster up the energy to cook a healthy, balanced meal? You’re not alone. Many older adults find that cooking presents a unique…
Home Care vs Assisted Living: Which is the Right Choice?
By CarePatrol of Baltimore For many people, getting older presents unique challenges, and facing it often means decreased mobility and independence. Thankfully, many adults are staying active and involved, but…
How to Celebrate with Your Aging Loved One
By CarePatrol of Baltimore It’s holiday season, and it’s time to start thinking about how to include mom, dad and grandma and grandpa into your plans. Though it seems cheerful,…
How to Convince Your Parents it’s Time to Move
By CarePatrol of Baltimore Has Mom or Dad been struggling to get around the home they’ve lived in for years? Or, are they getting confused or overwhelmed taking care of…
Is Mom Eating Right?
By CarePatrol of Baltimore Mother’s Day is this weekend, and it’s time to ask a very important question. Is your mom (or dad for that matter) eating right? Are they…
Low-Impact Exercise for Seniors
By CarePatrol of Baltimore You may have heard of HIIT workouts, which stands for high-intensity interval training, or other types of high-impact exercise (think jumping jacks, jogging, jump rope) and…
Senior Living and Pets – Plan Ahead!
By CarePatrol of Baltimore As you prepare for a transition to senior living, there are many considerations to be made. Families often overlook the need to have a conversation about…
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