Many seniors are opting to stay in their own homes or are living with family members instead of moving to nursing home settings. Those working in home care can help their clients stay physically, mentally and emotionally fit by incorporating some fun activities for adults into their daily routines. Caregivers can find terrific activities for […]
When is a Caregiver Needed? You’ve heard it said, “Old age isn’t for sissies.” It’s true, but appropriate assistance can go a long way toward making it a more comfortable and pleasant journey. One of the biggest obstacles is recognizing when it is time to seek help and overcoming the very human impulse to deny […]
Wintertime can present more challenges for your elderly care recipients. Take steps early to ensure that they will be safe should a winter storm cause them to be stuck at home until the the storm passes. Power outages are common during a larger wintertime snow and/or ice-storm. High winds, heavy snowfall and dangerous ice build-up […]
Learn more about how you can help your loved ones with in home care. Some people have difficulty remembering everything that they need to bring to their scheduled doctor visits. Many individuals become nervous as a result, and this makes it even more likely that the patient will forget important details about their health and treatment […]
Statistics tell us that 1 in every 3 seniors will fall each year. Other studies are indicating that just a little over a third of the aging population over the age of 65 are affected by falls every year. Since 90% of seniors prefer to remain in their own homes as they become older, these […]
When you have aging parents who are in need of a caregiver, finding the right in-home care provider is essential to ensuring a safe and comfortable environment for them. This family guide to senior in-home care will help you get started! What Does an In-Home Caregiving Service Provide? Before choosing an in-home caregiver that is […]
As our society ages, the need for support for the aged becomes critical. In addition to providing physical support, including help with daily chores and activities requiring dexterity, we need to consider the emotional and social needs of our aging population. Isolation increases the risk of anxiety and depression, which can impact brain plasticity and […]
Emergency rooms report an estimated 235,000 number of bathroom falls with injuries each year. Seniors account for approximately 81% of these falls. Providing a safer bathroom for seniors is imperative to decrease risks of serious fall injuries. Consider implementing these 10 tips for creating a safer bathroom for a senior loved one. 1. Raise […]
An elderly person, like aging baby boomers, often have difficulty managing personal bank accounts and paying costly insurance premiums. Some estimate that 1 in 3 senior households have little or no income due to various common causes. Others live with next-to-nothing after their necessary bills each month are paid. Personal finance management for the elderly […]
Discussing tough issues with a senior loved one is not always easy. Often, elderly adults find the role reversal of their children suddenly being in charge to be a difficult pill to swallow. Most older people want to remain as independent as they possibly can, and tough conversations can often feel like an intrusion into […]