Caring for a senior with Alzheimer’s can be a difficult job. There may be good days as well as bad. Family caregivers need to remain positive and look for ways to maximize their loved ones’ brain health. Here are some tips you can use for treating a senior loved one with Alzheimer’s disease. 1. Provide Reassurance Fear is one of…
If your senior loved one lives with chronic or even sporadic migraines, it can interfere with his or her quality of life. While over-the-counter medications are the most common solution, some seniors prefer holistic methods, such as drinking natural teas. Below are some soothing teas that are known to relieve migraine pain. 1. Chamomile As a mild sedative, chamomile is…
The issue of senior isolation continues to be a growing problem as the population of older adults who live alone increases. Although there’s much more awareness of the dangers of senior isolation than there has been in the past, there are still some seniors who fall through the cracks. These six tips can help you lower the risk of isolation…
Older adults are at high risk for developing blood clots, which can lead to deep vein thrombosis, heart attacks, or strokes. According to healthcare experts, caregivers can recommend the following tips to their senior loved ones to reduce their risk of blood clot formation. Don’t Sit Still Seniors who remain in the same position for extended periods may have blood…
Every health-conscious senior should try to eat a diet rich in vitamins and minerals. If they want to extend their life spans, seniors should make sure to include some longevity-extending foods in their diets. Here are seven foods that may help people live longer lives. 1. Berries Berries are packed with antioxidants and fiber. The antioxidants prevent the cellular oxidation…
Many aging adults have low appetite due to reasons ranging from changing taste buds to lack of exercise. If your senior loved one isn't eating enough, don't give up hope. Here are a few ways you can stimulate your parent’s appetite. Determine the Reason for Loss of Appetite There are many reasons seniors lose their appetite. Sometimes it's a side…
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 wall. This painful condition affects many seniors, but there are ways to prevent hernias from occurring. Here are a few effective hernia prevention methods for seniors. Maintain a…
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 the physician's medical treatment plan. Here are some good treatments for older adults with Parkinson's. Therapeutic Massage Muscle spasms in…
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 and minerals it needs to function normally, especially leafy greens. These vegetables can also boost cognitive health. Take a look at how leafy greens can…
Did you know that one out of every 19 deaths in the United States is caused by stroke? This condition is also one of the leading causes of disability among older adults, and the risk of stroke more than doubles each decade after the age of 55. The more seniors and their families know, the better they’ll be able to…