Care of Older Adults
Physical Changes
As we age, our body changes
Take Action
Hover over each part of the image to discover the physical changes.
Aging In Place
Support older adults to age in place involves the following:
- Keeping the older adult independent, healthy and able to manage chronic conditions in their home environment
- Aging is associated with increased risk of chronic diseases and with functional decline, which can affect a person’s ability to perform: ADLs and IADLs
Prevent Complications & Delay Decline
Home Health nurses can support frail elderly by:
01: Regularly assessing and communicating with the health care team
02: Educating the older adult and caregivers
03: Addressing strengths and physical abilities, and reinforcing health behaviours
The 3 D's
Dementia, depression and delirium can significantly impact an older adult
Take Action
Please watch the videos ‘Communicating with People Living with Dementia’ and ‘Segment on Elderly Depression
Indicate which signs/symptoms below by drag and drop
Sudden Onset
Loss of interest in activities
Medical Emergency
Wandering
Memory disturbances
Hopelessness
Depression
Delirium
Dementia