Throughout the United States, the needs of the aging population are becoming more demanding than ever. According to the Center for Disease Control, the current population of seniors is expected to double to approximately 72 million people by 2030. Malnutrition is a threat One of the greatest threats to the […]
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As we age, our bodies change and so does the nature of the medical care required to meet our needs. It is important to understand the difference between the types of treatments available at each stage in our lives. Two types of medical care that are commonly confused are hospice […]
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A Place at Home knows that talking to your parents about home care or assisted living is tough. We can offer some tips when talking to your parents about needing care and we are here to make that transition a smooth process. Here are some tips for talking to your […]
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The Seven Stages of Alzheimer’s were developed by Barry Reisberg, M.D., a clinical director of the New York University of Medicine’s Silbertstein Aging and Dementia Research Center. These seven stages make up a very general guide to show the progression of Alzheimer’s. Each person responds differently to the onset of […]
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