Monthly Archives: March 2013
Annie Brena: Caregiver of the Month
Anthony Bourdain wrote, “No one understands and appreciates the American Dream of hard work leading to material rewards better than a non-American.” This best describes Annie Brena, Care Indeed’s Caregiver of the Month. Her motto in life is this: determine … Continue reading
Caring for a Patient with Dysphagia
Up to 65% of stroke patients suffer from dysphagia. If it is not managed, it can cause poor nutrition, pneumonia and increased disability. A speech-language pathologist can evaluate your patient’s condition. She can assess how well the muscles in the … Continue reading
Communicating With A Loved One Who Has Aphasia
Aphasia impairs the comprehension and understanding of language. It can be expressive, in which the patient cannot send the desired message, or receptive, in which the patient cannot recognize or interpret the message being received. The most effective treatment begins … Continue reading
Are You Having Breathing Problems?
Any change in an older person’s ability to breathe requires immediate attention. This is necessary to find out whether your breathing problems are mild or more serious. Seniors are at increased risk for lung infections because the body’s defenses weaken … Continue reading
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