Complaints AboutThe Famous Life Alert Medical Alert System.

Life Alert is one of the many companies selling in-home medical alert systems that are supposed to help the elderly and disabled summon help in an emergency. Some of these systems work better than others; all of them are expensive and, in many cases, the contract terms are objectionable. For example, LifeAlert customers claim that the company holds [...]

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Recognizing the Signs of Approaching Death with the Elderly Living.

If your loved one is getting older, you may be worried about him passing away. You may be able to ease your mind, one way or the other, by educating yourself about death. Here are some tips on how to recognize the signs of approaching death. Step 1: Recognize that dying starts much before a [...]

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How To Stop Senior Citizen Abuse!

According to statistics, more than 2 million elderly people are subjected to abuse each year. This happens in hospitals, in nursing homes and even in their own homes. What can you do to ensure that your aging loved ones are being treated properly? Here are some tips to help prevent elderly abuse. Step 1: Find [...]

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Psychiatric Disorders For The Elderly In Assisted Living Homes.

Two-thirds of assisted living residents in central Maryland were diagnosed with dementia and more than one-quarter of residents had other psychiatric ailments, such as depression, anxiety disorder or psychosis, according to a Johns Hopkins study. “These high rates indicate that many assisted living residents with dementia go undiagnosed and are not adequately treated,” says Adam [...]

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Can A Robot Save A Human Life?

Researchers at the University of Massachusetts Amherst have developed a robot to assist the elderly living at home alone. The machine is capable of using a stethoscope, calling for an ambulance, and facilitating video calls with a doctor. Grupen helped develop uBOT-5 in response to the growing crisis faced by the U.S. medical system as [...]

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Senior Citizen Eating Disorders.

Elderly around the world need to be careful, since a recent study revealed that elderly living people within the range of 65 years old especially women are prone to eating disorders. A recent research conducted by Remuda Ranch Programs for Eating and Anxiety Disorders it was discovered that a substantial number of elderly men and [...]

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Helping Senior Citizens Keep Their Driving Skills Sharp.

According to Census projections, as reported by The Shreveport Times, next year there will be 39 million elderly living Americans aged 65 years or older. And that number will jump to 69 million by 2030, which means more elderly drivers. By 2025, one-quarter of Americans will be considered elderly, said Peter Kissinger, president and chief executive [...]

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