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Mental Health and Seniors

Abstract Marketing — Tue, 11 Oct 2022 14:28:43 +0000

As many as one in five older adults experience mental health concerns that are not a normal part of aging – the most common of which are anxiety or mood disorders including depression. In most cases, these mental health issues respond well to treatment. Sadly, far too often older adults do not seek or receive the help they need. Undiagnosed and untreated, mental health illnesses have serious implications for older adults and their loved ones. That’s why it’s important to understand the warning signs. Isolation, loss of appetite, excessive sleeping, Mental health problems are not a normal part of aging. While…

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What’s the Difference Between Dementia and Alzheimer’s Disease?

Abstract Marketing — Tue, 11 Oct 2022 10:52:55 +0000

What is Dementia? Dementia is a syndrome, not a disease. A syndrome is a group of symptoms that don’t have a definitive diagnosis. Dementia affects mental cognitive tasks such as memory and reasoning. It can occur due to a variety of conditions, the most common of which is Alzheimer’s disease. People can have more than one type of dementia. This is known as mixed dementia. People with mixed dementia have symptoms of two or more types of dementia. A diagnosis of mixed dementia can only be confirmed in an autopsy. As dementia progresses, it can have a huge impact on…

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Why Should You Consider Respite Care at Beattie Manor?

Abstract Marketing — Tue, 04 Oct 2022 15:42:46 +0000

1. Continuity of Care After having surgery, you may need assistance with getting dressed, cooking, ambulation and bathing, due to your aftercare restrictions and healing requirements provided by your surgeon. When you book a short-term stay with Beattie Manor, our caregivers can assist you with these tasks. They handle everything from preparing meals to making sure you maintain proper personal hygiene. This also helps family members, as they can prepare your home without interrupting your daily schedule, whether you need a wheelchair ramp or grab bars installed. 2. Socialization Experts and doctors from around the world all agree that socialization…

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