What Do You Need as a Long-Distance Caregiver?
It might feel at first as though there’s not so much that you can do for your elderly family member if you live far away from her. But with the help of home care providers, you can meet more of her needs than you expect. You might even find a way to get objective feedback […]
What May Determine When Your Parent is Discharged After Heart Surgery?
No one looks forward to long stretches in the hospital and it is likely that if your parent is preparing to undergo heart surgery, both of you are already thinking about their discharge and being able to return home so that they can start their recovery. Understanding what goes into the decision about your parent’s […]
5 Reasons Why Seniors Should Adopt a Dog
Is your elderly mom or dad a real dog lover? You’ve probably been wondering if getting a dog for them is a good idea. There are numerous physical and mental advantages to having a dog, and the benefits far exceed any obstacles you might have. October is Adopt a Dog Month, which means that communities […]
How Can You Really Eat Healthier as a Caregiver?
One of the best things that you can do for yourself and for your aging adult as a caregiver is to revamp your eating habits. When you eat healthier foods overall, your energy levels increase and you’re able to do more than you thought possible. Don’t Try for Perfection. The big thing to remember is […]
September is Pain Awareness Month
September is officially Pain Awareness Month, which means that health organizations focus on educating the public and raising awareness on the prevalence of chronic pain and the latest pain management techniques. Family caregivers that look after an elderly relative can certainly benefit from learning more about how pain is affecting their senior loved one. Pain […]
How Can You Care for a Senior in the Final Stage of Alzheimer’s Disease?
Facing the final stage of Alzheimer’s disease is one of the most difficult things a family caregiver can experience with their aging loved one. At this point in this progressive disease, your aging loved one will lose their ability to interact with the world around them, communicate effectively, and handle any of their own care. […]
Four Tips to Help Your Aging Family Member Cope with Changes
Change is something that is a part of life, but the older your family member gets, the more difficult it can be for her to manage those changes easily. Coping with them can be incredibly difficult, but you can help her to see the situation differently. Consider Helping Her Start a Gratitude List. Keeping a […]
What Can You Do if Your Senior Absolutely Refuses to Stop Driving?
Some aging adults are very resistant to the idea of no longer driving. There are lots of reasons for this, but at some point you may have no choice but to resort to some big solutions to keep her from driving. Alert Friends and Family. The more people who know that your senior isn’t supposed […]
What Indications Can Let You Know Your Senior Shouldn’t Be Living Alone?
As much as your senior wants to age in place, there may come a time when you and she may need to make another decision for her. You might want to familiarize yourself with some of the signs that can indicate that the time is coming closer to make that decision. Her Eyesight or Hearing […]
Is Your Senior Making Some Mistakes with Her Workout?
Working out is a fantastic thing for your elderly family member to do, especially if she’s managing her weight or health problems through what she eats and how often she moves. But it’s easy to make small mistakes while working out that could be impeding her progress. She Needs to Warm Up. Warming up is […]
