Table of Content1 Communicate2 Begin the Sorting Process3 Sell Valuables4 Find Help Whether it’s because of personal safety reasons or the need to move into a smaller living space, many seniors will eventually face the need to get rid of certain things they’ve acquired over the years. When your senior…
Table of Content1 Offer Suggestions2 Schedule Regular Activities3 Model Healthy Habits4 Make It Easy5 Encourage Cognitive Stimulation6 Add a Social Element Healthy habits are essential for a senior’s wellbeing, yet many seniors encounter mental and physical challenges that may make it challenging to eat, sleep, and exercise as recommended. As…
Table of Content1 1. Head Injuries2 2. Long-Term Vitamin B12 Deficiency3 3. Alcohol & Drug Abuse4 4. Poor Heart Health5 5. Genetics According to the Dementia Society of America, more than five million Americans are currently living with Alzheimer’s. There’s currently no known cure for this disorder, but seniors can…
Table of Content1 Physical Therapy Can Alleviate Symptoms 2 Watch for Non-Neurological Symptoms 3 Informing Other Family Members Is Important If your senior loved one has been diagnosed with Parkinson’s, you’ll likely want to learn as much about the disease as possible so you can provide high-quality care. Your loved one’s doctor…
Table of Content1 Talk to the Doctor about Telehealth Options2 Set Up a Comfortable Place for the Video Call3 Guide Your Parent through the Telemedicine Call Options4 Read Appointment Information Carefully5 Make Time to Be There During the Call Telehealth services can be an excellent way for seniors to speak…
Table of Content1 Wandering2 Slips & Falls3 Aggressive Behavior4 Slower Reaction Times The choice to leave their aging loved ones with dementia alone is difficult for many family caregivers because of the negative impact dementia has on memory, critical thinking skills, and motor functions. There may be times when you…
Table of Content1 Engage in Physical Activity2 Discover the Joys of Healthy Food 3 Focus on Foot Care 4 Avoid Stress 5 Brush & Floss Regularly A large number of seniors experience some form of diabetes during their lifetime that will require special care and treatment. A diabetes management plan is essential to…
Table of Content1 Follow Your Own Sleep Rituals2 Create a Sleep Environment that Works on Your Senses3 Make Time for Reflection during the Day Caring for an elderly loved one can be a stressful proposition even under the best circumstances. Caregivers balance a demanding array of financial, medical, and emotional…
Table of Content1 Exercise Regularly2 Eat More Sweet Peppers3 Get Some Sun4 Switch to Green Tea5 Increase Red Meat Consumption Parkinson’s disease is a neurodegenerative condition that affects an estimated 10 million people worldwide. Though genetics plays a role in determining who develops the condition, research has found ways to…
Table of Content1 Playing Matching Card Games2 Cooking3 Making a Centerpiece4 Playing Bingo5 Creating a Memory Box6 Playing Handyman When aging adults with Alzheimer’s can no longer take part in everyday activities, they may easily become bored, causing them to experience bouts of depression, anxiety, anger, and even sundowning. Finding…