Table of Content1 Time Management2 Physical Stress3 Emotional Stress4 Sleep Deprivation5 Health Concerns6 Financial Strain7 Lack of Privacy The National Alliance for Caregiving (NAC) estimates there are nearly 35 million family caregivers in the United States. On average, these caregivers spend more than 24 hours per week providing care for…
Table of Content1 1. Establish a Severity Scale2 2. Manage Prescription Medications3 3. Explore Alternative Therapies4 4. Keep Muscles & Joints Limber5 5. Provide Emotional Support6 6. Prevent Known Health Issues from Worsening Chronic pain is something most seniors are familiar with on some level. Some health issues may cause…
Table of Content1 How to Reduce Chances of Exposure to the Coronavirus2 Methods for Killing Coronavirus Particles3 Ways to Strengthen the Immune System4 How to Reduce the Risk of Severe Symptoms Coronavirus, also called COVID-19, is a type of infectious respiratory illness that’s currently sweeping the globe. With more than…
Table of Content1 1. Choose Your Reason2 2. Indulge the Fantasy3 3. Let Go of Perfection4 4. Listen to the Feeling Behind the Words5 5. Join a Support Group6 6. Take a Break with Respite Care As the baby boomer generation ages, more children and grandchildren are becoming caregivers for…
Table of Content1 Staves Off Memory Loss2 Reduces Financial Stress3 Enhances Relationships4 Boosts Self-Esteem Most seniors prefer to live alone in their homes instead of going to nursing homes or moving in with family or friends. If your elderly parent is mentally, physically, and emotionally capable of living by him…
Table of Content1 Avoid Negative Influences2 Research Centenarians3 Focus on New Experiences4 Cultivate Relationships5 Stick to a Healthy Living Plan Getting older doesn’t have to be a negative experience. Instead, seniors can enhance their quality of life by developing a positive attitude about getting older that influences their actions. Positive…
Table of Content1 1. Swelling in the Feet, Ankles, & Legs2 2. Shortness of Breath3 3. Coughing4 4. Lightheadedness5 5. Fatigue6 6. Nausea The American Heart Association estimates more than 42 million seniors over the age of 60 have heart failure. Heart failure occurs when the heart is no longer…
Table of Content1 Focus on Good Nutrition2 Stop Smoking3 Stay Physically Active4 Maintain Social Connections Developing good habits can provide robust benefits in the golden years. As a result, seniors can maintain their independence longer. Below are some tips on how to stay healthy after reaching age 60. Focus on…
Table of Content1 1. Stomach Problems2 2. Stress3 3. Failure to Wash Hands4 4. Inactivity5 5. Poor Sleep Quality6 6. Neurological Disorders Even a seemingly minor illness can have severe consequences for your aging loved one’s wellbeing, which is why you should look for ways to boost his or her…
Table of Content1 Reasons Sundowning Might Occur2 Stages of Dementia When Sundowning Is Worse3 Average Length of Time People Experience Symptoms4 Ways to Prevent and Manage Difficult Behaviors There’s still much that’s unknown about what causes dementia-related sundowning. For some reason, many seniors with dementia experience marked increases in their…