Table of Content1 Maintain a Healthy Weight 2 Prevent Constipation3 Don’t Smoke 4 Exercise the Abdominal Muscles 5 Don’t Strain Muscles A hernia occurs when an organ bulges through openings in tissues or muscles. This condition most commonly occurs in the abdomen when the intestines push through a weakened part of the abdominal…
Table of Content1 Therapeutic Massage2 Antidepressant Medication3 Magnesium-Rich Foods4 Propranolol If your parent is living with Parkinson’s, his or her doctor will develop a treatment plan based on the severity of your loved one’s symptoms. There are also things you can do at home for your loved one to augment…
Table of Content1 Provide Vitamin C 2 Protect against Free Radicals 3 Increase Neural Activity 4 Reduce Stress Everyday lifestyle choices have an impact on the way a senior’s brain functions, and one of the most important choices is the foods he or she eats. Some foods provide the brain with the nutrients…
Table of Content1 1. Half of Americans Have One of the Three Major Risk Factors for Stroke2 2. Knowing the Symptoms of a Stroke Can Save Lives3 3. 80 Percent of Strokes Are Preventable4 4. Women Are Just as Susceptible as Men5 5. Recurrent Strokes Are Common Did you know…
Table of Content1 Request Liquid or Dissolvable Formulas2 Reduce the Number of Medications3 Consider the Reason for the Refusal4 Put Your Loved One in Charge Seniors who refuse to take medication, regardless of the reason, may be putting their health at risk. This is a common problem many caregivers find…
Table of Content1 Consult with a Physician Before Starting a New Routine2 Identify Safe Routes for Walks3 Know When to Stop and Take a Break4 Stay Hydrated5 Exercise with a Companion Seniors should aim to exercise for at least 20 to 30 minutes every day. However, your aging loved one…
Table of Content1 Listen Carefully2 Assign Chores3 Build Self-Confidence4 Avoid Condescending Language5 Prepare Others Caring for a senior with dementia may sometimes feel like you’re caring for a child. However, it’s important to make sure you treat your loved one with respect. Here are some of the ways family caregivers…
Table of Content1 1. Discuss Potential Differences in Your Views on Senior Care2 2. Find Ways to Respect Your In-Laws’ Privacy3 3. Take Action to Prevent Resentment4 4. Prepare to Maximize Time for Self-Care5 5. Bring in a Neutral Party for Challenging Care Issues Your in-laws raised the person who…
Table of Content1 Start Early2 Learn More about Your Loved One’s Health3 Be Respectful but Assertive4 Put the Plans in Writing5 Ask for Assistance Many family caregivers and seniors would like to skip conversations about the future, but when it comes to medical choices, finances, and daily care, these discussions…
Table of Content1 Make a Detailed Medication List2 Label & Color-Code Medications3 Use a Pill Organizer4 Set Alarms on a Phone or Clock5 Read Labels Carefully Many older adults rely on medications for various health issues, and the average senior may be taking up to 10 medications per day. It’s…