Emphysema is a type of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) where the air sacs in the lungs have become permanently damaged, reduce the lung capacity, and cannot be cured. This disease affects millions of seniors every year as it is often the result of years of smoking. However, non-smoking seniors can also develop emphysema. Family […]
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How Can You Tell You Need to Take Time Away from Caregiving?
It’s not easy to admit that you might be investing too much of your time and energy into caregiving and not enough into yourself. Your body and your brain will give you some hints that you need to be paying more attention to yourself, if you listen to them. You’re Exhausted. Being a caregiver requires […]
Why Did Your Senior Fall?
Once your senior experiences one fall, she’s more likely to experience another. But that first one is definitely bad enough, so it’s crucial to go on the offensive in terms of fall prevention. Preventing another fall means going through all of the reasons that might have been a factor in this first fall. Physical Obstacles […]
Helping a Senior Dealing with Depression Increase Their Appetite
As a family caregiver, you know how important it is for your senior to eat a healthy, well-balanced diet. If they are struggling with loss of appetite, however, they may not eat as much as they need to, or may eat only unhealthy foods. This means they won’t be getting the nutrition they need to […]
Are You at Higher Risk of Facing Severe Caregiver Stress?
Some caregivers are at a higher risk of developing extreme stress because of their duties as a caregiver. If you’re aware of which risk factors apply to you, you can do something about them. A History of Depression. If you’ve already experienced depression at different points in your life, that can mean you’re more susceptible […]
Four Ways to Make a Home Feel Safer for Someone with Dementia
Feeling safe at home is essential for everyone, but especially for your senior with dementia. Sometimes a smaller change is something that can make a big difference. Secure Anything that Might Be Too Sharp. Sharp objects are a huge problem for someone with dementia. In the past, your elderly family member may have been more […]
What to Put in an Emergency Communication Kit in Case of Power Outages
When power outages strike one of the worst problems can be that your senior has no way to communicate with you or with the outside world in general. Having an emergency communication kit ready to go means that your aging family member still has a way to reach out. Here are a few items to […]
Why Your Aging Relative is Resisting In-Home Care
Everyone worries about experiencing declining health as they age, and most people do harbor fears about growing old and depending on others for their care. These emotions are usually what’s behind an aging adult’s resistance to in-home care when it is suggested by their relatives. Family caregivers have the hard task of convincing their aging […]
5 Reasons to Hire an Elder Care Provider
Many elderly adults can live independently in their own home and take care of themselves well. However, many seniors reach a point where they are no longer able to complete the routine duties and responsibilities of maintaining a home and a healthy life. Whether it is due to physical limitations or diminishing cognitive ability, many […]
Looking for Holiday Respite Care?
Family caregivers always seem to put their aging loved one’s needs before their own in an amazing act of dedication and service. However, caring for a senior can take an enormous toll on time, energy, physical health, and mental health. Most family caregivers feel this imbalance most acutely during the winter holiday season when there […]
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