Dear Erina,

Welcome to the April edition of Caring Right at Home, a newsletter that provides information, advice and support for seniors and family caregivers. In this edition, you’ll read about home safety for seniors with Parkinson’s or other conditions, how geriatric social workers transform senior care, and the risk factors and warning signs of deep vein thrombosis.

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Home Safety for Seniors With Parkinson’s or Other Conditions

Dealing with a health condition or mobility challenge as an older adult can be hard enough without the extra worry of how the condition affects their safety at home. These home safety tips can help ensure the well-being of someone you love.

Dementia-Related Anger

in Seniors

As dementia progresses, some people will display uncharacteristic anger and aggression that can be difficult to deal with. These tips will help family caregivers respond to aggressive and angry behavior in the future.

How Geriatric Social Workers Are Transforming Senior Care

Did you know that geriatric social workers can help seniors and their families through the physical, emotional, and social aspects of aging? Read more to learn how to find one.

After a Hospital Stay: How Older Adults Can Prep for a Smooth Recovery at Home

Finally getting discharged from the hospital can seem like a welcome end to an injury or illness. But if you are an older adult, completing your recovery at home can be daunting. Managing the appointments, medications, and routines of daily living can be difficult when all you want to do is rest and recuperate. Here are tips to help.

What to Know About Deep Vein Thrombosis

DVT is a serious medical condition where a blood clot forms in a deep vein, usually in the leg. It can cause a potentially fatal pulmonary embolism. Learn who is at risk for DVT and what symptoms, if any, may appear.

Tips for Managing Medications for Older Adults

More than half of adults age 65 or older report taking four or more prescription drugs. If you are a family caregiver for an older loved one, managing their medications, dosing schedules, and medication side effects can be overwhelming. Here are tips to help you stay on top of things.

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