Feelings of exhaustion can seem to be a common occurrence for many of us. The alarm goes off too early, the demands of everyday life are taxing, and by the end of the day, as soon as we can once and for all sink into bed, it can be difficult to shut down our thoughts to obtain a restful night’s sleep. Yet after we do get a full night’s sleep, we wake up feeling invigorated and ready to take on the world.
For older adults, however, there are numerous factors that may lead to chronic fatigue – a condition that is not as easily remedied. As March is Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Awareness Month, the elder care professionals at Morning Glory Home Care have the facts you need to know to understand chronic fatigue in older adults, and to help manage it.
Reasons Behind Chronic Fatigue
Frequently, a doctor can address the underlying causes of chronic fatigue, so it’s a good idea to schedule a checkup and consultation if a senior you love is trying to cope with some of the issues above.
Simple Tips to Help
In addition, the following suggestions can help with conquering fatigue:
Morning Glory Home Care is always available to provide additional strategies to beat fatigue and to make life more enjoyable for seniors. Contact us at 618-667-8400 to request a no-cost in-home consultation and to learn more about our professional care team and our top-rated elder care in Edwardsville, IL and the surrounding communities.
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