No one wants to experience financial woes a few years into their retirement, but this situation is becoming more and more common. According to the National Council on Aging, just over 25 million seniors in the United States can now be classified as economically insecure. If your elderly loved one wants to make the most out of retirement while sticking…
Caregivers are known for being resourceful and excellent with time management. However, it always helps to discover new ways to provide better care for your senior loved one. Check out these seven life hacks that can streamline your routine while encouraging your loved one to be more independent. 1. Keep an Emergency Care Kit in Your Car If your loved…
Sensory stimulation can be helpful for seniors with dementia. By activating their senses, caregivers can help seniors communicate, recall memories, and live in the moment. Here are a few ways caregivers can use sensory stimulation to boost cognitive health in seniors with dementia. Taste Caregivers can use the sense of taste to expand a senior's worldview or remind him or…
As adults age, exercise becomes just as important for the mind as it is for the body. Getting your elderly loved one to exercise in the senior years may be a challenge, which is why you should encourage him or her to try yoga. It is a fun and relaxing technique that can provide your loved one with several health…
As adults grow older, they may experience some degree of cognitive decline, and their brain functions can also change. However, your senior loved one can slow cognitive decline by staying healthy and stimulating his or her brain. Here a few word games that can keep your loved one’s mind engaged. 1. Taboo This is a fun word game seniors can…
Hosting a prom for seniors gives them the chance to relive old memories, and some seniors may even get to go to prom for the first time. Use these tips to plan a memorable prom for aging adults. 1. Enlist Others to Help Seniors may no longer need chaperones for their dates, but it is important to have enough people…
In the Oscar-nominated film Still Alice, Julianne Moore portrays a woman diagnosed with a rare type of Alzheimer’s disease. The condition is known as familial Alzheimer’s disease (FAD), and it is believed to account for approximately 2 to 3 percent of all Alzheimer’s cases. FAD is significantly different from traditional Alzheimer’s disease in a number of ways. Causes of Familial…
Hygiene and grooming becomes especially important during the senior years when people are more vulnerable to infections and skin irritations. However, managing certain hygiene tasks can also become challenging with age since issues such as memory loss or limited mobility can interfere with a senior’s ability to carry out his or her daily routine. As a caregiver, you should consider…
Many family caregivers dedicate their time and resources to helping their loved ones age in the comfort of home. However, the day-to-day stress of caregiving can take its toll. Here are a few things that can lead to caregiver burnout. 1. Balancing Multiple Responsibilities Most caregivers are forced to juggle other work and family obligations. The constant stress of being…
The summer season is a good time for your senior loved one to travel, go outside, and spend time with grandchildren. However, too many outdoor activities can make him or her susceptible to heat exhaustion. If your senior loved one experiences the following symptoms, he or she may be at risk of heat stroke. 1. Behavioral Changes Pay close attention…