One Morning in the Life of an Arthritic Person
How Janice Went from Pain to Ease with Arthritic Aids
At one time, she could sleep until the sun rose high in the sky, but that was before. Now, it's early to bed and early to rise-and pain is her alarm clock. She could be anybody; we will call her Janice. What makes her different-she is an arthritic person.
How to Make Gardening with a Disability Easier
Managing Dysphagia in Residents with Dementia
SKILLED INTERVENTION FOR A COMMON—AND TROUBLING—DISORDER
BY SUE CURFMAN, MA, CCC
Source of article: Nursing Homes/Long Term Care Management
Adapted with permission from an original article published at www.speechpathology.com.
Research and statistics clearly indicate that dehydration and malnutrition are prevalent and serious concerns with skilled nursing facility (SNF) residents. Studies indicate that 54% of all newly admitted SNF residents are malnourished; the prevalence of malnourished elderly in SNFs has been reported to range from 20 to 87%. In addition, 60% of all residents experience an initial weight loss following admission.
Protect yourself from stains during home activities
We know the feeling. It seems like your home is in a mess and that no matter what you do, it doesn’t stay clean.
We say, don’t worry. While it is healthy to have a basic standard of house cleanliness, the fact is that homes are not supposed to be all that clean, after all. The home is our sacred space filled with family, friends, fun activities and precious memories.
Can an Arthritic Person Cook Up a Mean Lasagna Dinner?
You Bet--With Specially Adapted Knives, Utensils, and Plates Just for Arthritics
The kitchen presents many obstacles to arthritis sufferers. The easiest tasks often become so difficult that arthritics end up cooking foods that they didn’t really want—only because these substitute meals were easier to fix.
Golden Gadgets for Older Adults
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Key lever: Older Americans with dexterity problems can have a hard time turning the key in a lock. The lever allows locks to be opened easily and quickly without finger or wrist pain. Up to four standard keys can be inserted and stored into the four arms.