When you learned your elderly loved one was living with Alzheimer’s disease, you would likely prepare for a variety of challenges, limitations, and difficulties. One thing you might not have prepared yourself for, however, is increased risk for falls. Elderly adults are already at a high risk of experiencing falls, and the risk only increases […]
What is Hospital-Induced Delirium?
As a family caregiver, you don’t want to think about your senior experiencing an illness or injury so severe that it will result in hospitalization. Unfortunately, this is a reality for many seniors each year, and not being properly prepared for it could result in more serious issues for your parent. One risk you should […]
What Do You Do When You Have a Full-time Job and You’re a Caregiver?
When your senior needs you just as much as your career needs you that might feel as if you’re fighting a losing battle. But there are some ways that you can make sure all of your obligations are met without sacrificing both sides of the equation. Caregiving Can Truly Become a Second Full-time Job. Depending […]
Six Big Areas in Which Your Senior Might Need Help
As a caregiver, you need to know what major categories encompass the areas of your senior’s life in which she needs assistance. Learning those categories helps you find the right solutions for her needs. Safety at Home. Your senior’s safety at home can cover a lot of ground. There’s general safety, like whether she can […]
Top 3 Tips for Avoiding Family Caregiver Burnout
So many people find it difficult to watch their mom or dad age, and have a hard time accepting their aging loved ones may need in-home care. Unfortunately, both seniors and their adult children can be in denial about the situation, ignoring the signs that show help is needed. Then, the family caregivers step in […]
Severe Loneliness Peaks in the Late 80s
A new study published in the journal International Psychogeriatrics revealed that a significant number of people in their late 80s feel more intense loneliness and isolation than at almost any other time in their lives. Due to factors largely beyond their control, aging adults have plenty of reasons to feel lonely. To avoid the negative […]
What You and Your Senior Should Know About National Volunteer Blood Donor Month
January is National Volunteer Blood Donor Month. This is the perfect opportunity for you and your elderly loved one to learn more about the life-saving effects of donating blood, and getting involved in the community around you by making such a donation. As a family caregiver, it is important for you to find ways to […]
How Do You Bring Up Senior Care When Your Mom Doesn’t Want to Hear It?
Talking to your parent about the need for senior care is hard enough. When your mom refuses to listen, you’ll feel helpless. What do you do when any conversations about the need for caregivers are met with anger and refusal? Enlist the Help of Her Friends. Talk to your mom’s friends. See if any of […]
Simple Ways to Include Your Mom in Holiday Festivities When She Has Alzheimer’s
Alzheimer’s can be a brutal disease. You may find your mom becomes anxious and stressed in crowds or other people’s homes. This can make it hard to hold family gatherings. Here are a few tricks you can use to include her in holiday gatherings. Aim for Her Best Hours. Men and women with Alzheimer’s have […]
Indoor Christmas Decorating Safety Tips
Decorating the home for Christmas is a wonderful time for your family. For your aging parent, this is a great way to keep their spirits high, boost their mental and emotional health, and create a warming, welcoming environment for the holiday season. Decorating is a fun way to spend quality time together as well. You […]
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