Tuesday, February 9, 2010
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Elder Care Center

Whether you're new to caregiving or have been at it for a while, this section is a great place to find information on the nuts and bolts of taking care of the elderly.

Remembering Mind, Body and Spirit

  • Man with Wine
    Gerotranscendence
    Gerotranscendence is a change in the way the elderly view themselves and the world. Dr. Vanda explains.

    The Body

    • Balance Problems
      As people grow older, they may have difficulty with their balance. Roughly 9 percent of adults who are 65 and older report having problems with balance.  Learn about the causes, preventions and treatments.
    • Cataract
      Medicine has come a long way in understanding and curing cateracts.  Find out out the risks factors, prevention, symptoms and prevention and treatment of cateracts.
    • Dry Mouth
      Dry mouth is the feeling that there is not enough saliva in the mouth. Everyone has dry mouth once in a while -- if they are nervous, upset, under stress, or taking certain medications. But if you have dry mouth all or most of the time, see a dentist or physician. Many older adults have dry mouth, but it is not a normal part of aging.
    • Falls and Older Adults
      If you or an older person you know has fallen, you're not alone. More than one in three people age 65 years or older falls each year. The risk of falling -- and fall-related problems -- rises with age.  Learn why it's important to prevent falls.

    Mind and Spirit

    • Dr. Vanda Wark
      Dr. Vanda
      Dr. Vanda is a licensed psychologist who specializes in the psychological aspects of aging, memory, and group process. She has served as a psychological consultant to nursing homes and has run groups for cognitively intact and cognitively impaired elderly. 
    • Tips from Linda Rhodes
      As the former Secretary of Aging for the state of Pennsylvania and a former caregiver, Dr. Rhodes understands the challenges faced by those caring for the elderly.  She will be submitting periodic articles with tips, information and resources for elder care. 
    • DDan Taylor
      Dan Taylor's Blog
      Dan Taylor's experience in caring for his father inspired Parent Care Solution, an organization with a mission to help caregivers and their parents plan for long-term care. Visit Dan's blog for caregiving ideas, recommendations and insights -- not to mention a little humor.
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