It’s so difficult to be new to caregiving. You don’t have experience to lean on yet and there are all the “what ifs” that you likely spend way too much time thinking about. Plus, what if you really mess up? If that’s your biggest fear as a caregiver, you need to know that you’re going […]
How Do You Boost the Nutrition in Your Dad’s Favorite Meals?
Your dad is a meat and potatoes kind of guy. He loves lasagna, shepherd’s pie, and stew. He’s also been diagnosed with high blood pressure and high cholesterol. He’s been told to improve his diet. He doesn’t have to give up his favorites. He can enjoy new versions of his childhood favorites. Here are easy […]
Five Ways to Give a Family Caregiver a Break
Due to your full-time job or distance from your parents’ home, you don’t help with their care as much as others. Their care falls on your sister’s shoulders. How can you help give her a break when you’re not close or don’t have as much time? Ask Her What Would Help the Most Ask your […]
What to Keep in Mind When Dementia Behaviors are Difficult
One of the hardest parts of being a family caregiver to someone with dementia is that the disease changes the way the older adult behaves. It can be very hard to see your elderly grandfather who was always a sweet, gentle man scream or yell. And, having someone follow you around the house, even into […]
Can a Therapy Dog Help Your Elderly Loved One?
Taking care of an elderly loved one can be a lot of work. You need to make sure you are taking care of yourself or you won’t be able to properly take care of your elderly loved one. In the meantime, however, one of the things you can do to help care for your elderly […]
Why Is Sleep So Important for You as a Caregiver?
You might not have felt truly rested in a while because you’ve been busy being a caregiver, but that’s something you need to examine more closely. Sleep is vital for good health period, and it’s even more urgent for you as a caregiver. You Need Sleep to Repair Body Damage During the day, the human […]
Are Financial Problems in Seniors a Sign of Early Alzheimer’s?
Alzheimer’s disease often begins months or even years before noticeable symptoms occur. However, a new study indicates that when an older adult starts having trouble with their finances, it could be one of the earliest signs that Alzheimer’s is affecting their cognitive abilities. Alzheimer’s and Fiscal Responsibility Before receiving a diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease, […]
Four Types of Help that Might Help Your Senior Avoid a Fall
If your senior does happen to fall, she’s that much more likely to experience further health problems as well as a higher risk of falling again. Here’s what you can do to help her to do what she can to avoid a fall. Shoes, Especially if She’s Used to Being Barefoot There’s a lot to […]
Tips For Dealing With Incontinence
A common issue for seniors receiving elder care at home is incontinence. In fact, more than 50 percent of American seniors struggle with incontinence, with 25 percent of those people suffering from moderate, severe, or very severe urine leakage, and 8 percent experiencing that same level of leakage of the bowel. It is an uncomfortable […]
Does Your Senior Need Big Help Right Now?
You may not always know exactly when it’s time to bring in some extra help, but some of these situations can mean your elderly family member needs assistance now. Getting help sooner rather than later is always going to be better, both for you and for your senior. You’re Not Sure Your Senior Is Eating […]
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