Seniors & Health Issues Archives - CaraVita

Is Your Loved One’s Aching Back Degenerative Disk Disease?

CaraVita Staff — Wed, 07 Jan 2026 17:12:53 +0000

With home care support and a treatment plan going forward, your loved one can find themselves still living life to its fullest with degenerative disk disease.

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Conditions Seniors Should Watch For When It’s Not Just the Flu

CaraVita Staff — Thu, 04 Sep 2025 19:10:07 +0000

When flu-like symptoms strike, seniors with companion care at home can have confidence to make all the difference in achieving the best possible health outcomes.

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Symptoms of a Traumatic Brain Injury in Your Loved One

CaraVita Staff — Tue, 18 Feb 2025 19:51:49 +0000

The Brain Injury Association of America has a campaign each March to bring awareness to the prevalence of brain injuries and the steps being taken to reduce the risks of brain injuries as discussed here.

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Is Your Loved One Displaying Symptoms of a Swallowing Disorder?

CaraVita Staff — Tue, 05 Nov 2024 16:29:53 +0000

If your loved one needs help with food preparation to eat safely but is unable to do it themself, here are some tips for a senior home care provider and caregiver.

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Facts Family Members Should Know About Alzheimer’s

CaraVita Staff — Tue, 15 Oct 2024 20:12:17 +0000

To help you get started on your journey to find out more about Alzheimer’s here are some facts about it that seniors and their family members should know.

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Causes, Symptoms, and Management of Gout

CaraVita Staff — Mon, 16 Sep 2024 13:00:54 +0000

Seniors can reduce the negative effects of gout on their quality of life by being proactive and learning about its causes, symptoms, and management techniques.

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How Senior Home Care Helps Seniors Manage Diabetes

CaraVita Staff — Wed, 15 May 2024 13:00:02 +0000

A senior home care provider will help your senior parent make the lifestyle changes that are necessary to manage diabetes like those discussed here.

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Tips for Managing Diabetes in Older Adults

CaraVita Staff — Tue, 16 Jan 2024 19:28:52 +0000

Older adults with diabetes require extra care from both themselves and their caregivers to remain in optimal health, making life challenging for them.

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The Crucial Role of Kidney Health in Seniors

CaraVita Staff — Mon, 18 Dec 2023 14:00:32 +0000

Seniors can keep their health and vitality at peak levels by learning how the kidneys work, being aware of the usual problems that come with getting older and taking proactive steps.

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Understanding Why Seniors Shuffle and the Problems It Can Cause

CaraVita Staff — Wed, 06 Dec 2023 18:50:10 +0000

This blog post goes into more detail about why seniors shuffle and the problems that might come up because of this walking style. It also educates loved ones and the in-home care team.

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