Improving Bath Time for Those with Dementia
Does your elderly loved one have dementia? If so, one of the most difficult things for them could be taking a bath. Many patients who have this disease freak out when it is time to take a bath. Others get scared because they can’t care for themselves properly, but they don’t want anyone to touch […]
Are You Caring for an Elderly Parent? Take Care of You, Too
In an AARP study, 63% of primary caregivers handled all or the majority of an older adult’s care. It becomes an issue if you ignore self-care, which is evident as 22% of those caregivers report finding it hard to take care of themselves. When those caregivers do not have any help from siblings, friends, or […]
Senior Home Care Provides Peace Of Mind For Family Members
One of the hardest things for children of aging parents is not being able to be there for your senior parent as much as you would like. Maybe you need to travel for work, or maybe you have a very demanding job, or kids that you need to care for. Or maybe you live far […]
Afternoon Tea Is A Great Social Activity For Seniors
Isolation and loneliness are at near-epidemic levels for seniors, so finding fun activities for seniors is very important. April is National Afternoon Tea month and it’s the perfect time to give this activity a try with your senior. Afternoon tea has a lot of benefits for seniors. Besides getting seniors out of the house and […]
What Can You Do to Make Life Easier for a Senior with Alzheimer’s Disease?
Once your elderly family member is diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease, she may worry that her entire life is over. There are some big changes coming her way, but with the right Alzheimer’s care plan, you and your senior may be able to find a path forward that helps her to have the best possible quality […]
Four Tips for Joining Your Mom at Medical Appointments
It’s reached a point where your mom needs someone to join her at the doctor. Maybe she doesn’t hear as well as she used to. Or, she might have cognitive issues that make it hard for her to remember what she was told. You plan to join her at her next round of medical appointments. […]
Tips For Making The Most Nutritious Shakes For Seniors
March is National Nutrition Month and since many seniors struggle to get the right amount of vitamins and minerals they need, it’s a great time to look for ways to help seniors manage their nutrition. Nutritional shakes and bars are a very effective way for seniors who are not eating enough to get the full […]
Outstanding Female Caregivers to Celebrate On International Women’s Day
International Women’s Day falls on March 8th. Women worldwide care for aging parents, loved ones, their own families and even close friends sometimes. Some famous caregivers have become known as much for their accolades as they are for being amazing caregivers to their family members and others. Learn about these outstanding female caregivers during International […]
Personal Care at Home Reduces Fall Risk for Your Senior
Seniors are way more susceptible to falling than many of them realize. There are a wide range of factors that can make your elderly family member more likely to fall. These range from changes in her environment to issues with her health and more. What you and your senior do to help her to avoid […]
Alzheimer’s Disease Aggression: What Are Common Triggers?
Did you know that aggression is quite common in those with Alzheimer’s disease? Unfortunately, there are a lot of family caregivers who are unaware of what causes the aggression. If you aren’t familiar with the causes, it can make handling it much more difficult. However, you don’t have to keep struggling so much with this […]
