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JUNE 2015
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From ALZ.org
- Of the 5.3 million Americans
with Alzheimer’s, an estimated
5.1 million people are age 65
and older
- Almost two-thirds of
Americans with Alzheimer’s are
women.
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Don’t Just Chat, Observe!
By: Founder and CEO, David Rhines
Most of the time when we talk to our parents the discussion
usually centers on what we call lifestyle events; what they are
doing, where they went recently, upcoming plans and other
similar topics. While people like to talk about their friends and
acquaintances who are having medical procedures done very often
there is little said about what they themselves might be feeling or
going through. Apart from those who feel that every little ache,
pain or joint crack is a sure sign of imminent demise, many people
keep their health issues and conditions to themselves. As we get
older and our parents become elderly we are simply in a higher
risk bracket for an increase in medical and aging issues. And
based on past family history, lack of exercise, being over weight
and other factors it is important to be diligent in observing your
elder parents when you interact with them. In some cases early
detection of symptoms can be important in a quick resolve or
control of a potentially progressive and or debilitating situation.
For example, forgetfulness is more common as we age however a
sudden or quickly progressive level can indicate trouble brewing.
Shortness of breath, being constantly tired, new and frequent pain
areas can be signs that a doctor needs to evaluate. Don’t be afraid
to ask questions without coming across like an interrogator and
watch and listen while you interact with your elder parents. If you
feel there may be a cause for concern, offer to take them to the
doctor for a checkup and talk to the doctor about your concerns.
Don’t fall into the category ‘I wish I had done something sooner’
because most of the time it is too late to change the situation.
For more on topics like these, visit our Elder Care Specialist Dara
McMillan’s pages at www.postretirementliving.org
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