What Toll Can Family Caregiving Have on You?
Learning about the toll that family caregiving can have on you could help you to decide whether you want to do this in the first place, whether you need to take more time off, or whether you should hire home care assistance providers to help, as well.
Now’s a Good Time to Consider Making Changes in 2022
If family members cannot help as often as your parents need, it’s an excellent time to address the benefits of home care services.
Could Meal Planning Benefit Your Dad?
If you’re one of the many people who tie malnutrition to low weight, you should be aware that malnutrition isn’t always linked to extreme weight loss.
Is Your Senior in Denial about Driving?
Denial about driving is a little more common for seniors than you might think.
Consider Gift Ideas for Alzheimer’s During Safe Toys and Gifts Month
December is Safe Toys and Gifts Month it is an excellent time to assess the safety of gifts you give a parent with Alzheimer’s.
5 Stages of Grief a Senior Goes Through When Diagnosed With a Chronic Condition
The older a senior gets, the more they’re expecting health conditions to pop up; it’s a natural part of life.
Talking With Your Siblings About Caring For A Senior Parent
It’s National Family Caregiver’s Month and now is a great time to talk with your siblings about home care for a senior parent.
Clean, Organized Rooms Keep Your Dad Safe
Has your dad fallen? It’s not surprising if he has. Yearly, one out of four older adults falls. Fractures are one of the most common injuries after a fall.
What Seniors Should Know About Extremely Dry Skin
Everyone gets dry skin sometimes. But seniors are prone to developing a medical condition called Xerosis which is extremely dry and flakey skin. Xerosis is very common among seniors and if it’s not treated it can cause infections and other problems. It’s also very uncomfortable. November is National Healthy Skin month so it’s a great […]
4 Reasons Fad Diets Are Bad For Seniors
November is Good Nutrition Month and if you have a senior loved one that is overweight it’s a good time to remember that fad diets can often do more harm than good, especially for seniors. Maintaining a healthy weight is very important for seniors, and seniors who are overweight may want to try and diet […]
