Understanding Seniors and Memory Loss
Many people get concerned when memory loss occurs. As we age, memory loss can be common and is otherwise known as “senior moments” however, there are times to be concerned. This blog will explain different reasons for memory loss, how to reduce and prevent memory loss from becoming more severe and how to get the right answers and help from health care professionals.
Why the Elderly Should Exercise
It's very important for seniors to move their bodies! The good news is, many physical activities are easy and fun yet still benefit our elderly. There is no better way to remain independent than for our senior loved ones to build muscle and bone mass. To do this, exercise is a must.
Understanding Depression with Elderly Loved Ones
Seniors are at high risk of developing depression or other mental health imbalances. This is very common but also requires careful attention from their family members. This blog will list out some of the common triggers of depression and ways to prevent and treat it at home with the aid of a doctor. Let’s read on.
The Importance of Emotional Health for Seniors
Seniors can have a positive mindset and emotional well-being with some little, yet fun, effort. This blog talks about the benefits of developing emotional intelligence and easy ways you can begin introducing these happy habits into your senior’s life.
Constipation with Seniors
Constipation with seniors is very common, and also a concern. Luckily there are ways to discover the causes which helps us find the best remedies. This blog will go over some of the causes, ways to prevent constipation and ways to treat it. Let’s take a look!
Kitchen Safety for Seniors
If your senior is aging at home, you’ll want to ensure they’re safe in their kitchen. The kitchen is where many homebodies spend their time. Your aging parent is no different. In this blog, we share tips on how to keep your elderly loved one safe in their kitchen.
Recognizing Signs of Dementia in the Warmer Months
Next to Christmas, the summer months are excellent excuses to spend more time with your family. Your kids get to see Grandma and Grandpa. You get to relax and enjoy each other’s company. It’s a fun way to spend time together outdoors, by the pool or ocean. It’s also a great way to check in on signs of dementia. Read on to learn more about the signs to look out for this coming season.
The Importance of Quality Sleep for Seniors
We all want it, good sleep. High quality sleep. Seniors, especially, need to sleep well through the night in order to support aches, restlessness, depression, and many chronic illnesses. Let’s take a deeper look into the benefits of good sleep for our elderly and also ways you can improve this vital part of their lives.
How to Make Seniors Comfortable at Home
If your aging parent chose to remain independent at home, there are several ways you can provide comfort care. Safety is the number one priority but what else can you do for your senior mom or dad? This blog will highlight tips to give your elderly loved one more comfort at home.
The Benefits of Bathing for Seniors
Bathing can become scary to many seniors. This is usually due to fear of falling. Give your senior loved one peace of mind by following these safety tips and tricks to make bathing fun again… like when we were kids!
Embracing a Youthful Mindset in Your Golden Years
It’s easy to get down on ourselves as we age. When we think of the last days we have left, negative thoughts can deepen sadness. This blog will show you the benefits of encouraging a positive outlook on life with your senior loved one. Get them to be young at heart and you just may increase their life!
How to Deal with Repetitive Questions
You’ve heard the question a million times, but your senior loved one think it’s the first. What can you do? Calmness and patience is important here, but there are other ways you can communicate with your aging parent, whether they have dementia or not. Learn more.
How Seniors Can Age Gracefully
Aging is inevitable but there are things we can do to accept, embrace and nurture our aging process. This starts from the inside and comes with a positive mindset. Aging with grace means living with grace. We need to feel good to look good. Let’s look into the ways we can slow down the aging process a bit.
Downsizing for Seniors
Many seniors experience an empty nest at some point. Downsizing might be an option if rooms are collecting dust. Whether you’re moving your aging parents in with you or to a smaller space, here are some things to know.
Medication Management for Seniors
Medication management is a very important task for family caregivers. Very important. You play a vital role in helping your aging parent because this task alone can be challenging for many seniors. Here are some tips to help you manage your senior’s medication safely.
Caregiving Tips for Seniors with Down Syndrome
Aging adults may require extra care at some point in their lives, but seniors with Down syndrome might need even more specialized care than we’re used to thinking about with the majority of seniors. Luckily, there is always support for our aging parents and many resources available to make your process of caregiving go smoothly. Here are some tips…
Understanding Diabetes in Seniors
Seniors living with diabetes have an impairment with processing glucose as an energy source. They may already have other chronic conditions or mobility issues, among other health concerns. Adding diabetes to their list of ailments can be challenging. Let’s learn about the causes and ways to treat diabetes, even prevent it.
Aging in Place: a Comfortable Retirement
To retire with comfort means to remain in a home and community with familiar settings, rather than moving into a retirement community or assisted living facility. It’s a tempting idea and why many seniors are choosing this way of living out the rest of their lives. Let’s look at the benefits in this blog.
Why Home Help is Valuable and Not a Hole in Your Pocket
Getting senior help at home adds more value into your and your senior’s life. Many family caregivers experience doubt when it comes to hiring home help. Cost is a concern. Guilt is tremendous. A former bad experience hinders your progression. In this blog, we highlight the benefits of getting senior home care services and help at home. Spoiler alert: You actually gain!
Developing Companionship with Your Aging Parent
Companionship is one of the most important relationships we can have in life. It can promote more joy, gratitude and longevity. Let's consider how to develop companion care with and for your senior loved one.