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Reasons Why Elderly People avoid Eating

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Many physiological and lifestyle changes accompany ageing, which might result in a decrease of appetite in the elderly. However, occasionally the culprit is a significant issue that requires treatment. The first step is to visit your loved one's doctor if you detect changes in their eating patterns, unexplained weight loss or gain, or general lethargy. 5 reasons elders eat less as they get older There are various reasons why the Elderly refuse to Eating as they used to. The following are examples of typical reasons: ·          Seniors require fewer calories due to a lower metabolic rate and less physical activity. ·          Food might become less appetizing as one's sense of smell and taste changes. We lose taste buds as we age. ·          Dental issues and gastrointestinal changes, such as lactose intolerance, can accompany ageing and make eating difficult. ·          Inability to make meals, especially for the elderly who live alone and have trouble cooking or

What are the benefits of live-in care?

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Live-in care or Home Care in Canada is an affordable and cheap alternative to providing senior care services via a live-in caregiver. These live-in care service providers have long-term or short-term care packages and solutions available. Senior care should not take the independence and safety of the elderly home away from them at their advanced age. So, live-in care home care provides one-on-one care and companionship and multiple other benefits. Benefits of Live-in Care The majority of the material that is now available is targeted toward moving into a residential home, and while this may be appropriate for some people, it is not necessarily necessary to assume that this will be the case. Moving into a care facility can frequently involve a lot of upheavals, which can be very uncomfortable. In-home care provides various advantages, including the following: ·          The protection of one's autonomy and liberty: You can maintain your independence and maintain control

At Home Ways Seniors Can Make Extra Money

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  1. Become a POSP for Insurance Senior citizens can earn money by becoming POSPs, or Point of Salespersons. A POSP is an insurance agent who works for an insurance company and sells insurance policies. All they need is a natural ability to sell, a smartphone, and a reliable internet connection. A Live-in Caregiver can facilitate the senior to become an insurance POSP by registering them with an insurance provider. 2. Provide Tutoring Services If a senior is an expert in a particular field or has recently retired from a particular profession, they can easily become a tutor for students studying these subjects. The elderly can teach a variety of subjects, including English, math, science, and history, as well as music and crafts. The live-in caregiver can help advertise the tutoring session and set up the house for sessions. The live-in caregiver can help in buying stationery as well. 3. Serve as a consultant to professionals and businesses If the elderly have extensive work