Blood sugar monitor elderly – This is a common search that older adults with diabetes often perform to understand why they should regularly monitor their blood sugar. Many people with diabetes “prick” their fingers, but don’t understand why they have to do it. They don’t check their blood sugar, or they frequently stop doing it because “it hurts,” “my sugar is always high,” “I feel okay,” “the strips are expensive,” “I am scared of needles” or other reasons. This video module explains the importance of – and reasons for -- monitoring blood sugar in the elderly.

In this tips for aging video, urologist Dr. David Talley leads a discussion about men's health issues including prostate cancer, enlarged prostate, and erectile dysfunction. Dr. Talley explains that these are three of the most common issues that can have a real impact on men’s lives. 

There comes a time for most people when living independently is no longer an option. But, a move to a long-term care facility and the loss of independence can cause concern for many seniors. At this time, residents and families can find needed support from a facility ombudsman. This video discusses the role of the ombudsman and how they can help residents and families find peace of mind as they make a transition out of their homes and into long-term care.

There is often confusion and questions surrounding the use of a Foley catheter. In this presentation, urologist David Talley, MD, demonstrates the types, use, and care of a Foley catheter, alleviating fears and anxieties and making caregivers and patients feel more comfortable about its use.

As a caregiver to an older adult, you are probably juggling multiple doctors, specialists, prescription drugs, tests and more. The thought of adding another doctor to the mix probably doesn't seem like a good idea. Yet, a geriatrician might be just who you are looking for. Just as a pediatrician tends to the needs of a child, a geriatrician is trained to care for the special needs of seniors. In this video, you’ll learn more about the role of geriatricians and how they can help the senior in your life.

An important part of being a senior caregiver is understanding the many available medications for elderly patients, including over-the-counter (OTC) ones. This can be challenging, as most people take OTC drugs and supplements without a second thought. Other times, we stand before an array of different medicines and are left with questions: Which one is best for headaches? What is the difference among anti-inflammatory medications? What should elders steer clear of? In this second installment of our two-part video series, we answer these questions to help you better manage medications for elderly patients and know the perks and pitfalls of powerful OTC drugs.

An important part of being a senior caregiver is understanding the many available medications for elderly patients, including over-the-counter (OTC) ones. This can be challenging, as most people take OTC drugs and supplements without a second thought. Other times, we stand before an array of different medicines and are left with questions: Which one is best for headaches? What is the difference among anti-inflammatory medications? What should elders steer clear of? In this first installment of our two-part video series, we answer these questions to help you better manage medications for elderly patients and know the perks and pitfalls of powerful OTC drugs.

If you’re a caregiver, an important issue to keep in mind is hypoglycemia in seniors. Some people with diabetes know the symptoms of low blood sugar and what to do when their blood sugar gets low. However, many do not know what to do to avoid a drop in blood sugar. Others don’t know the symptoms of low blood sugar, what to do if their blood sugar gets low, or how to avoid it. This video helps people with diabetes – and especially seniors and their caregivers – ensure the best care possible when blood sugar drops.

This energetic, enlightening video provides specific details and role-playing scenarios for pastors and clergy on how to visit and genuinely connect with a person who has dementia. While the focus may be aimed at pastors, the video provides a prayer for caregivers everywhere, offering family members and healthcare professionals information they will value.

This video helps viewers understand and apply the 2012 Beers List of potentially inappropriate medication use in older adults to real-life situations.

In low vision rehabilitation, the goal is to teach the individual with vision loss how to perform daily tasks with reduced visual function. In this video, Dr. Sandra Fox discusses the role of the low vision optometrist, what to expect during the evaluation, and how to get the most out of low vision rehabilitation.

As we get older, our vision diminishes. Simply put, we do not see how we used to see. But there is good news. With low vision rehabilitation there are ways to teach individuals with vision loss how to perform daily tasks with reduced visual function. In this video, Dr. Sandra Fox discusses the role of the low vision optometrist, and what to expect during an evaluation.