Table of Content1 Encourage Wearing Sunscreen Daily2 Talk About Staying Indoors During Peak Sunlight Times3 Suggest Covering Up When Outdoors4 Discuss the Dangers of Sunbathing5 Watch for Suspicious Spots or Growths Skin cancer is a very real concern for the elderly. It’s estimated that about 40 to 50 percent of…
Table of Content1 1. Schedule a Massage2 2. Visit a Caregiver Support Group3 3. Do Something New4 4. Catch Up with an Old Friend5 5. Go for a Hike6 6. Read a Book7 7. Tackle an Enjoyable Task After spending many weeks or months caring for your senior loved one,…
Table of Content1 Ask for Assistance 2 Protect Your Emotional Health 3 Continue Practicing Self-Care 4 Use Local Resources Caring for a spouse can be difficult, especially for older adults who need to manage their own health. Watching a spouse age can put mental and emotional strain on seniors. However, there are a…
Table of Content1 Eggs2 Beans3 Low-Fat Dairy Products4 Nuts5 Turkey A protein deficiency can lead to several health conditions, including a compromised immune system, chronic fatigue, decreased appetite, blood sugar spikes, and joint pain. Caregivers need to make sure their aging loved ones are eating plenty of high-protein meals and…
If you are caring for an aging loved one, you might already be taking measures to reduce his or her risk of dementia. What you might not be doing, however, is taking similar measures for yourself, especially if you smoke, avoid social interaction and physical activity, or engage in other…
Table of Content1 1. Exercising2 2. Doing Creative Projects3 3. Spending Time Outdoors4 4. Reading5 5. Watching Movies Seniors with limited mobility don’t have to be isolated or inactive, and family members can encourage them to engage in fun activities. Here are a few safe and fun hobbies older adults…
Table of Content1 Shrinks the Hippocampus 2 Damages the Cerebrum 3 Destroys Cell Connections in the Brain 4 Negatively Impacts the Amygdala Aging puts seniors at a higher risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease, which is why family caregivers should do everything possible to help their loved ones stave off this health condition. Caregivers…
Table of Content1 1. Encourages Better Eating Habits 2 2. Increases Energy Levels3 3. Boosts Heart Health 4 4. Strengthens Immunity5 5. Enhances Relationships 6 6. Prevents Accidents Getting a good night’s rest can help caregivers stay healthy and maintain a high quality of life. In fact, sleep can be just as necessary…
Table of Content1 Track Health Stats with an App2 Use a Digital Personal Assistant 3 Check in from Far Away4 Encourage Movement with Video Games5 Curb Wandering with Tracking Devices Technology is finally catching up to the needs of caregivers, and you can find a variety of apps, gadgets, and safety…
Table of Content1 1. Check for Underlying Physical Causes2 2. Observe Eating Habits3 3. Begin Tracking Weight4 4. Assist with Meal Planning5 5. Address Social and Emotional Concerns Involuntary weight loss is a concern in the senior years since it can be a warning sign of many different physical and…