Caregivers in long-term care homes often face overwhelming demands. Their jobs are tough, with residents who have complex needs and organizations that expect a lot. To understand how this affects them, researchers studied 28 caregivers from six homes in New Brunswick, Canada. They used special tools to measure heart rate variability (HRV) and pupil dilation, which sh...
Care aides are the unsung heroes in long-term care homes, providing essential support to residents. They handle daily activities and ensure residents get the attention they need. But this job is tough and can lead to high stress and job dissatisfaction. While we know a lot about what causes stress and how care aides feel about it, we don't have much data on the menta...
Many people assume Medicare covers long-term care, but that's not the case. This mix-up could lead to big financial problems for seniors. Long-term care includes help with daily tasks like bathing or dressing. Over 80% of people will need this help at some point. The confusion is clear: 58% of adults think Medicare covers long-term care, but it doesn't. Medicare onl...
The well-being of older adults in long-term care facilities is a growing concern as the push for healthy aging continues. A recent study focused on understanding the care needs of seniors in Medical and Nursing Care Integrated Institutions (MNCII) and how these needs affect their overall quality of life. The research involved 388 older adults and used advanced statis...
In the Netherlands, many caregivers in long-term care homes know about and use tricks to help Parkinson's patients move around better. A recent survey asked 130 healthcare workers about these tricks, often called compensation strategies. These strategies help patients with walking and getting around. The survey found that most caregivers knew about five out of seven...
In care homes, many women get urinary tract infections (UTIs). A recent study looked at how these infections are treated. It checked out the antibiotics given to women in long-term care homes. The study wanted to see if one type of antibiotic, fluoroquinolones (FQs), caused more problems than other antibiotics. The study found that women given FQs had more doctor vi...
Taiwan's approach to elder care has been evolving, especially with its Ten-Year Long-Term Care Plan 2. 0. This plan has been a game-changer, particularly for indigenous communities. It's not just about providing care; it's about doing it in a way that respects and incorporates cultural traditions. This is crucial for indigenous elders who have unique needs and prefe...
Older folks in China are getting a boost from Long-Term Care Insurance (LTCI). This is a big deal because it affects how well they live and age. The insurance has been rolling out since 2012. It's not perfect, but it's making a difference. The impact of LTCI on health-related quality of life (HRQoL) has been studied using data from CHARLS. This data helps measure ho...
The elderly population in China, particularly those aged 80 and above, face a significant challenge. As people age, their ability to perform daily tasks declines. This decline often leads to a greater need for long-term care (LTC). Unfortunately, many of these needs go unmet, which can have serious consequences for their quality of life. Understanding this issue is ...
England is planning to change how it pays for long-term care for older adults. These changes, set to begin in 2025, include a lifetime limit on how much an individual must pay for their care. Once this limit is reached, the government will cover the rest of the care costs. This shift aims to ease the financial burden on those who need long-term care. To understa...