Olfactory Loss in the Elderly
Articles, tips and advice for coping with the impact of a diminished or lost sense of smell.
Olfactory Loss Articles
Help Seniors Who've Lost Sense of Smell, Hearing, Vision
Older adults often start to lose their senses as they age, making them more susceptible to injury and harm.
0 CommentsHow to Sneak Calories and Nutrients Into a Senior's Diet
Caregivers know that seniors need proper nutrition in order to maintain and improve their health, but how do we make this happen when they don’t want to eat?
3 CommentsHow to Convince a Senior to Wear Adult Diapers
Can’t get Mom to wear adult diapers? Addressing incontinence issues requires patience, understanding and a commitment to upholding a senior’s dignity. A caregiving expert shares her best tips for handling this delicate topic.
46 CommentsWhy Seniors’ Tastes Change with Age
Many older adults experience a loss of taste and no longer enjoy the foods they once loved. Depending on the underlying cause, a doctor may be able to suggest treatment options and methods of coping with this problem.
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Olfactory Loss Questions
How do I get my Dad to change his diapers when needed? I can smell when they are soiled. He insists "I put clean clothes on this morning".
3 Answerssjplegacy Answered Feb 2021What meds affect sense of smell in elderly?
9 Answerslealonnie1 Replied Apr 2020I am the only child of 81 and 83 year old parents. I feel that our relationship has become very co-dependent. Thoughts?
17 AnswersMags2847 Answered Jul 2019Poop everywhere and she's laying in it. Any suggestions?
8 AnswersBeatty Answered Apr 2019
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