by Kathy Semrow, RN | Apr 18, 2019 | Homecare
More than 12 million older Americans live alone. Those in their late 60s take as many as 14 prescriptions daily. The abundance of pills correlates to chronic diseases requiring multiple medications, according to the National Council on Aging. Skipping medications or...
by Kathy Semrow, RN | Apr 12, 2019 | Homecare
If you have COPD, you are among 80 percent of adults age 65 and older who struggle with chronic conditions that negatively impact their ability to live independently, according to the National Council on Aging. In addition to chronic obstructive pulmonary disease...
by Kathy Semrow, RN | Apr 4, 2019 | Homecare
If you think your mother is struggling to maintain her independence, talking with her about it on the phone isn’t enough. She’ll probably insist everything is fine. Plan a visit to see her circumstances for yourself. When you visit, consider: Is she well groomed? Is...
