THOUGHT FOR THIS THOUGHT FOR THIS WEEKWEEK
As we grow older, we need to consider that “how” we grow old is far more important than how “old” we grow.
AGING…….AGING…….
Do You know anyone that is AGING ?
Can we stop the aging process?
We are all aging day by day…
Preparation Prevents Poor
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Population Aged 65 and Over: 2000 to 2050
Life ExpectancyLife Expectancy• The US life expectancy if 77.5 years• The longer you live; You add years
• Examples: If you reach 65, you can expect another 18.4 years (83.4) If you reach 75, you can expect another 11.8 years (86.8)
Women tend to live longer 75 year old women can expect to reach 87.6 75 year old man can expect to reach 85.5
These are only average…Not the rule!!!!
Center for Disease Control
HOW SOME PEOPLE FIGHT HOW SOME PEOPLE FIGHT CHANGES ASSOCIATED WITH CHANGES ASSOCIATED WITH AGINGAGING??
CHANGE HAIR
SURGERY
CHANGE WHAT THEY WEAR
BUY SPORTS CARS
BECOME FRIENDS WITH YOUNGER
PEOPLE
Things to improve YOUR quality Things to improve YOUR quality of lifeof life
ExercisingEating HabitsSleepingRegular check-up with your
doctor
BEST CHANGES ARE….BEST CHANGES ARE….
GET ENOUGH SLEEP
CHANGE YOU DIET OR WATCH WHAT YOU EAT
REGULAR EXERCISE
MEDICARE ALPHABETMEDICARE ALPHABETMEDICARE PART A (Hospital Insurance)
Part A is hospital insurance that helps cover inpatient care in hospitals, skilled nursing facility, hospice, and home health care
MEDICARE PART B (Medical Insurance)
What Is Part B (Medical Insurance)? Part B helps cover medically-necessary services like
doctors' services, outpatient care, home health services, and other medical services. Part B also covers some preventive services. Check your Medicare card to find out if you have Part B.
MEDICARE ALPHABETMEDICARE ALPHABET
MEDICARE PART C Medicare Advantage Plans, sometimes called “Part C” or “MA Plans,” are
offered by private companies approved by Medicare.
MEDICARE PART D (Medicare Prescription Drug Coverage)? Medicare prescription drug coverage is insurance run by an insurance
company or other private company approved by Medicare. There are two ways to get Medicare prescription drug coverage
800-633-4227 (800-MEDICARE) www.medicare.gov
The Aging ProcessThe Aging Process
SkinMuscles and BoneHeart and
CirculationRespiratoryDigestive SystemReproductive
SystemNervous System
VisionHearingTouch and
DexterityBalanceTasteSmellPhysical beingMental beingEmotional being
Brief Descriptions of Brief Descriptions of ChangesChanges Skin – becomes thinner, drier, tougher, and
wrinkled; less fat under the skin which results in becoming more sensitive to heat and cold
Muscle – become weaker and strength decreases
Bone – become more brittle and more likely to break, especially women
Heart and Circulation – Blood vessels become thicker from cholesterol deposits, which makes the blood circulation difficult
Brief Brief DescriptionsDescriptions of of ChangesChanges Respiratory- lungs are not as elastic and
cannot hold as much air, which leads to
a shortness of breath
Digestive System- most problems will result from poor eating habits; a longer time is need for ingestion
Nervous System- slowing of nerve cells in the brain result in slower
reflexes and reactions
Brief Description of Changes Vision- the lens and pupil size will change, sharpness and
judgment of depth /height of objects will
decrease Hearing- ~30% of all seniors will experience significant
hearing loss Touch and Dexterity- hands are not used with as much
ease and accuracy
Balance - slower movements, poor posture, dizziness Taste and Smell – Taste buds decline, common smells are
difficult to identify
Exercise- walking, stretching, dancing, chair exercises
PREVENT FALLS IN YOUR HOME…
Install night lights in hallways Install Grab Bars in Bathrooms No-slip mats in bathtub or shower Remove throw–rugs Move furniture from the center of rooms Bring items to lower shelves Avoid leaving doors to closets open Avoid bed covers reaching the floor
DOCTOR CAN ASSIST WITH FALL PREVENTION
CHECK THE STRENGTH OF YOUR LEGS MONITOR THE TIME IT TAKES TO GET OUT OF A CHAIR TURN AROUND WHILE STANDING REVIEW MEDICATIONS THAT AFFECT BALANCE
CHECK YOUR VISION
Females 60s+Exercise under doctor’s supervisionContinue Pap Test (Cervical Cancer)Continue annual mammogramsColon Screening (50+)Visit Dentist 1 or 2 times a year
(50+)Hearing loss increases after 50Regular Eye exams to prevent
injuries Increased risk of Glaucoma (65+ and
African American)
Males 60+Males 60+Exercise under doctor’s supervision2007, ~ 2,030 cases of breast
cancer will be diagnosed in menVisit Dentist 1 or 2 times a year
(50+)Hearing loss increases after 50Regular Eye exams to prevent
injuries Increased risk of Glaucoma (65+ and
African American)
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