Many family caregivers take a serious look at installing a walk-in bathtub for their aging loved one. Without a doubt, the bathroom is one of the most dangerous areas in the house for the elderly. More than 66 percent of all bathroom injuries happen while in a tub or shower, according to the Centers for […]
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The Complications of Diabetes
If your loved one has recently experienced a diagnosis of diabetes, their emotions may be ranging anywhere from disbelief, to fear, to a nonchalant approach—a belief that their prescribed medication will cure whatever ails them. While it’s important to not let fear affect your daily like, it’s also important to know the consequences of not […]
How Can You Adapt to What Is Causing You Stress as a Caregiver?
Often as a family caregiver it’s not about removing the stress from your life, it’s more about learning how to deal with the stress in a healthy manner. Look at Problems from a Different Perspective Sometimes you’re just too close to a particular situation and that’s part of what causes you the stress. Try looking […]
Health Concerns for Seniors
As the body ages, people become more susceptible to several chronic diseases. Many of these can be prevented or their progression slowed down through a concerted effort to change one’s lifestyle. A healthy diet, regular exercise, and a determination to reduce stress all play vital roles in becoming the 8 percent of older adults who […]
May is Lyme Disease Awareness Month – Does Your Aging Parent Have These Symptoms?
Lyme disease is a disease transmitted mostly by deer ticks, those tiny black spiders you might find on your pant legs after a walk in a wooded area or tall grass. According to the Center for Disease Control, over 300,000 people contract Lyme disease every year, and while for many this is treatable, for those […]
Does My Aging Loved One Need Therapy?
Although there is still a stigma surrounding therapy and mental illness, there has been a lot of progress with younger generations about addressing the issues and getting therapy for a number of reasons. Many people really benefit from therapy and you may be wondering if your aging loved one might not find value in visiting […]
What’s the Best Way to Manage Pain from Shingles?
Shingles occur when the virus that causes chicken pox reactivates, which means that anyone who has ever had chicken pox can get shingles. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention states that one out of three people will get shingles during their lives. Shingles typically causes a painful, blistering rash on the back, chest, or […]
April is National Pet Month: Which Pet is Best for Your Senior?
It is hard to find a person who doesn’t love pets. Pets can be great companions and friends, and taking care of them can give your life even more meaning. Pets don’t want anything from us but our love and care, and in return, they love us unconditionally. As a caregiver, you might have noticed […]
How Do You Plan for Time Away as a Family Caregiver?
Time away is one topic that family caregivers can find themselves trying to avoid. Even if you know that you need a vacation, you still might ignore the idea. Here are some ideas to help you avoid that trap. Commit to Taking the Time that You Need The first step is always going to be […]
What Can You Do When Your Loved One Yells Constantly?
No one enjoys being shouted at and if that’s the case for you as your elderly loved one’s family caregiver, it’s likely to be distracting at the very least. Figuring out why your loved one is yelling can get you at least partially to a solution to all the noise. Try to Determine Why Your […]
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