Table of Content1 1. Nuts2 2. Red Grapes3 3. Legumes4 4. Fatty Fish5 5. Bananas6 6. Raspberries Heart conditions are some of the most common causes of poor health among seniors, so it’s important for them to keep their hearts as strong as possible. In addition to regularly exercising and…
Table of Content1 Type of Care2 Training and Supervision3 Caregiver Rotation4 Duration of Visits For the past several months, you’ve been worrying about your senior loved one’s ability to complete basic chores, take the correct dose of medicine, and drive safely when running errands or heading to appointments. If you…
Whether it’s for the purpose of making medical or financial decisions or becoming the primary decision maker, there are times when you may need to consider a power of attorney or guardianship for your senior loved one. Determining which document is appropriate starts with having a clear understanding of the…
Table of Content1 1. Look for Patterns2 2. Take Care of Basic Needs Ahead of Time3 3. Reduce Potential Distractions4 4. Do More Demanding Activities Earlier in the Day5 5. Stick to Regular Daily Routines6 6. Pay Attention to Sleep Habits7 7. Create a Calm, Soothing Environment It’s fairly common…
Table of Content1 1. Stop Viewing Healthy Food as Boring2 2. Keep Fresh Food Stocked3 3. Try Prepping Meals4 4. Share a Common Goal5 5. Grow a Garden6 6. Enjoy a Treat Now & Then Many seniors grew up being taught to view desserts as treats they got after they…
Table of Content1 See the Doctor2 Modify the Home3 Encourage Exercise4 Use Relaxation Techniques5 Assist with Daily Activities Though back pain can affect people of all ages, it’s more prevalent among elderly people due to conditions like osteoarthritis and osteoporosis and because of the higher risk of serious injury. If…
Table of Content1 Animal Proteins2 Artificial Sweeteners3 Soda4 Salt It’s crucial to focus on ways to help your senior loved one keep his or her kidneys healthy and prevent kidney disease. One way to accomplish this is through a healthy diet, which means certain foods may need to be eaten…
Table of Content1 Slippery Floors2 Trash Cans & Appliances3 Kitchen Accessories4 Unstable Furniture Aging in place is the choice of most seniors because it provides them with familiarity and boosts their quality of life. To increase your aging loved one’s safety, it’s necessary to develop a care plan that includes…
Table of Content1 Ask Open-Ended Questions2 Avoid Trying to Take Control3 Make Bathing Comfortable4 Offer Options Providing care for an aging loved one comes with many responsibilities. While some of these are enjoyable, such as sharing mealtimes, others can be a little more challenging. If bathing has become a difficult…
Table of Content1 Explain Infection Symptoms2 Talk about Medication Side Effects3 Advise Seeking Medical Care4 Perform Reverse Demonstrations If your senior loved one is hospitalized, preexisting conditions, medications, and lifestyle factors can raise the risk of readmission. Through education, hospital readmissions can be reduced. Here are some ways education can…