Information released by the Mayo Clinic reports that a high number of people 65 or older show dementia-like symptoms after surgery. In the study, 2,014 patients were monitored before and after surgery. Just over 1,660 of them had normal cognitive function. After surgery, close to 10 percent were showing signs of mild cognitive impairment. It’s […]
Would an E-Reader Be Better for Your Mom and Dad?
Modern technology often confuses older people. It doesn’t have to be complicated, but some just can’t get used to the buttons and features. There’s one item that families want their parents with diminishing eyesight to embrace. That item is an e-reader. If your parents love to read, an e-reader makes sure they keep reading, even […]
How Does the Heart Change with Age?
It’s no secret that a lot about a person’s body changes with age. The external changes, like wrinkles and grey hair, are obvious. However, there are less obvious changes that occur inside the body. Even the heart changes with age. How it changes can impact the health of your aging relative. Changes in the […]
Your Senior Doesn’t Want Your Help?
Your senior might at some point make it crystal clear to you that she doesn’t want your help. You might worry that you’ve done something wrong or overstepped a boundary. What’s closer to the truth might be that having help from you triggers some emotions for her. Offer Help Gradually and Subtly It’s possible that […]
Five Reasons for You to Join a Caregiver Support Group
Have you already considered joining a caregiver support group? There might be more benefits to attending meetings than you ever thought possible. Learning about New Ways to Cope Especially as a new caregiver, you might not realize all the different options for assistance that are available to you. As you learn from other caregivers, you […]
What Is Resentment Trying to Teach You as a Caregiver?
So many caregivers are shocked to find that they suddenly feel resentful of the person they’re caring for, even though they love that person and want to be their caregiver. If that’s happening to you, there may be some lessons involved. Resentment Is an Opportunity to Assess What’s Happening Feeling even a little bit of […]
4 Veggies That Are Easy for Mom to Grow
Many older adults enjoy gardening as a hobby, but it’s also an excellent form of exercise and a way to add nutritious foods to their diet. May is Gifts from the Garden Month, a time to celebrate the delicious vegetables seniors can grow right in their own yards. While gardening is a fun hobby for […]
How Do You Make a Home Safe When Your Dad’s Vision is Going?
Age-related eye diseases play a large part in the number of older adults who go blind or partially blind. The top diseases that lead to blindness or low vision are cataracts, diabetic retinopathy, glaucoma, or macular degeneration. If your dad’s vision is worsening or he’s lost his vision, it’s important that you do two things. […]
It’s Estimated That 70 Percent of Seniors Will Need Elder Care. Is Your Family Prepared?
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services estimates that 7 out of 10 men and women will likely need long-term care. Around 59 percent of those people rely on unpaid care from family members. The others rely on paid caregivers to help around the home. While the average length of care is three years, […]
What Unhealthy Habits Are Your Parents Guilty Of?
How is your parents’ health? Chronic health conditions are health issues that last at least a year and require continuing medical care and assessment. Diabetes, high blood pressure, Alzheimer’s disease, and arthritis are some of the common chronic health conditions affecting the elderly. It’s estimated that around half of all adults have one chronic condition. […]
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