Important Facts About Strokes in Seniors

Edmonton Senior Health  |  June 26, 2019

What Every Senior in Edmonton, AB Needs to Know About Strokes and Aftercare

Facts about strokes | Stroke is the third leading cause of death in Canada, aside from heart disease and cancer. While anyone can have a stroke, some people such as older adults are more at risk. Nearly three-quarters of strokes occur in seniors. Stroke is also the primary cause of disability and one of the main causes of mental disability.

More women die of stroke than men in Canada but, since women live longer than men, more women are living with the effects of stroke.

People who have high blood pressure, heart disease, diabetes, or use some medications are more prone to having a stroke. Things like age, weight, genetics, and gender are also risk factors.

Facts About Strokes: Types of Strokes

There are three main types of stroke and the most common one is ischemic stroke. When arteries narrow or get blocked, blood flow to the brain is reduced which causes a stroke. On the other hand, a hemorrhagic stroke happens when a blood vessel leaks or bursts. The third type is the transient ischemic attack which is also known as a mini-stroke. It is also caused by a narrowing of the arteries, but unlike ischemic stroke, it only causes temporary symptoms.

After a person has a stroke, every second counts. Anyone who experiences symptoms should not wait for them to just go away, but instead call 911 or visit their physician.  Receiving medical assistance after a stroke is critical since quick treatment can minimize damage and potentially be a lifesaver. Some of the most common symptoms include trouble speaking, confusion or trouble understanding, paralysis of the face, arms, or legs, trouble seeing or walking, headache, vomiting, neck stiffness, and dizziness.

Comfort Keepers® in Edmonton Can Help with In-Home Elderly Care!

If you are concerned about the health and well-being of your aging loved ones we can help. Comfort Keepers®’ trained caregivers help provide senior clients with the highest quality of life possible to keep them happy and healthy at home. 

Companionship and Interactive Caregiving™

Our Interactive Caregiving™ provides a system of care that addresses safety, nutrition, mind, body, and activities of daily living (ADLs).

Moreover, our trained caregivers are selected with one specific quality in mind: empathy. Empathetic care is care that starts in the heart, and it allows us to meet our client’s exact needs. 

Learn more about our unique service offering by contacting the Comfort Keepers Edmonton office. If you live in Devon, Edmonton, Sherwood Park, or Stony Plain and surrounding areas, contact Comfort Keepers at 780-465-4665.

Comfort Keepers® Edmonton is an Approved Service Provider for the Client Directed Homecare Invoicing Program Offered by Alberta Health Services. Is Invoicing the Right Option for You?  Read more about the program HERE.

Comfort Keepers Edmonton is here to help you and your loved ones get the best care possible. Awarded the “Accredited with Exemplary Standing” seal by Accreditation Canada. Our Edmonton location has achieved the highest available certification in Canada for Home Care services, clearly demonstrating Comfort Keepers’ commitment to offering safe, high-quality home care to its senior clients in Edmonton.

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