When we require care, we are often required to pay towards it. However, some of us may be eligible to have our care paid for through NHS continuing healthcare. What is NHS Continuing Healthcare? Continuing healthcare is a package provided by the NHS for those with “primary health needs”. NHS continuing healthcare covers the costs of the support you need. Those who receive care at home will have the costs covered; if in a care home, the NHS will pay for your fees. Eligibility You can receive NHS continuing care if you have any ongoing significant physical or mental health needs. …
Symptoms of Dehydration in Elderly People
Elderly and older people are at a higher risk of dehydration than younger people simply because of how the body composition changes with age. Older people have less water in the body than younger people. Another reason elderly people are more at risk of dehydration is that some conditions such as Alzheimer's Disease and dementia can affect a person's ability to remember to have a drink or to recognise when they need to. Some medications can affect hydration within the body too. Here are symptoms of dehydration in elderly people. Symptoms of Dehydration Some common signs …
Symptoms of Pneumonia in Elderly People
Around 22,000 people in the UK are diagnosed with pneumonia each year. Sometimes, these diagnoses can be fatal. In 2019, most pneumonia-related deaths occurred amongst the elderly, with rates climbing drastically amongst those over the age of 70. This, of course, is something we all want to avoid. So how can you recognise symptoms of pneumonia in elderly people? And how can you support them? What is Pneumonia? Pneumonia is a respiratory condition often caused by a bacterial infection. It causes inflammation in one or both lungs, obstructing breathing. Viruses can also cause …
Can Alternative Medicine Help Your Elderly Parent?
By definition, alternative medicine has been around as long as mainstream medicine. The use of herbal remedies dates back to the beginning of recorded history. Granted, alternative medicine doesn't have the best reputation because, by its own definition, there is limited evidence to prove that it works. However, many people express that alternative medicine has had a significant impact on the improvement of their symptoms or illnesses. Many go to alternative medicines looking for a more 'natural' solution. Some will also use holistic therapies alongside conventional medicine. This …
How to Stay Healthy: Vitamins
Most of us know that the best way to get the vitamins, minerals and nutrients we need is from food. However, many older adults have a hard time eating a full and balanced diet. A few reasons for this could be: Lack of appetite. Difficulty chewing. Fixed budgets. Supplementing with vitamins may be an option. But, it's important to know exactly what to take and when. Is it worth taking vitamins? Vitamins can do just what they say on the tin - fill the gaps in your loved one's diet. But they aren't always the answer. Taking a high dosage or taking them for a long …
Ageing in Different Cultures
How the elderly community are treated in certain cultures differs surprisingly. How we care for and treat our elderly loved ones can vary depending on the culture we grew up in. This differs in the way we treat our elders and whether we respect their life experience or see it as a burden. It also varies between having an elderly relative live with you, or whether you tend to find them a home to be cared for in. These cultural differences are also susceptible to change over time. This can be seen in our culture in the UK. A couple of generations ago it was almost expected that an …
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