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…
Table of Content1 Importance of Omega-3 Fatty Acids2 Scientific Evidence3 British Study4 Best Omega-3 Resources Strokes remain the third leading cause of death in adults living in the United States. They are also the main reason older adults become disabled. According to research performed at Harvard T.H. Chan School of…
Table of Content1 Costs of Home Care2 Hurt Feelings3 Distrust4 Resentment Home care is a wonderful service for aging adults who need assistance with daily tasks but wish to remain in the comfort of their own homes. Figuring out who should be the primary provider of care for an aging…
Table of Content1 1. Walking2 2. Yoga3 3. Zumba4 4. Cycling5 5. Water Aerobics Regular exercise is one of the best ways for aging adults to stay healthy. Encourage your senior loved one to engage in exercises that boost heart health and enhance blood flow. Here’s a look at five…
Table of Content1 1. Getting Too Much Screen Time2 2. Skipping Doctor Appointments3 3. Drinking Too Much Alcohol4 4. Smoking Tobacco Products5 5. Trying to Do Things Beyond Their Safe Abilities6 6. Opting Out of Exercise7 7. Skipping Meals By the time seniors reach their golden years, many of their…
Table of Content1 Respond with Empathy2 Try to Identify the Trigger3 Redirect Their Attention4 Set Firm Limits5 Get Back into Their Routine Alzheimer’s disease causes changes in the brain that influence emotions and behaviors. Aggression is one behavior your senior loved one might display in the middle and later stages…
Table of Content1 1. Small Handwriting2 2. Tremors3 3. Sleep Disruptions4 4. Increased Muscular Rigidity5 5. Unusual Facial Expressions Early signs of Parkinson’s are easy to miss. However, early diagnosis can benefit a senior’s long-term health because families can learn more about the condition and start treatment as soon as…
Table of Content1 Alleviates Stress2 Promotes Physical Healing3 Encourages Personal Insight4 Boosts Problem-Solving Skills5 Resolves Disagreements Keeping a journal involves writing about your feelings and thoughts related to daily events or situations. When caregivers take time to write in a journal, it’s comparable to having a trusted friend who is…
Table of Content1 1. Windowsill Gardening2 2. Writing with Voice Recognition Software3 3. Photography4 4. Birdwatching5 5. Backyard Astronomy With age, your senior loved one may face limited dexterity and difficulty with mobility. However, there are a few hobbies your loved one can pursue to enjoy an active and healthy…