Elderly Living Alone

Caregivers often worry about elderly people who live alone, because they can become lonely, or have an accident and not be found. If they have physical or mental issues like dementia, the problems are compounded. Learn how to help.

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Should Mom Be Living Alone?
Your elderly parents want to continue living alone in their home, but as their caregiver, you have noticed warning signs that it might not be safe. What's a caregiver to do?

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Q&A with the Experts on Elderly Living Alone

Mom lives alone and looks severely malnourished. How do I know if she's eating?
Elderly nutrition is very important because without eating elderly can easily get malnourished. As seniors age, eating becomes more of a chore than a pleasure for some elderly people.
Dad can't care for mom alone anymore, but refuses to put her in assisted living. Can we intervene?
If you think its time for your elderly mother to go to assisted living, spend some time assessing the situation before trying to convince your father.
How do I know if mom is taking the proper dosages of her medications at the right time?
Elderly people are most definitely at an increased risk for problems related to the use of prescription drugs, nonprescription (or over-the-counter) medicines, and herbal or other alternative medicines.

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