Table of Content1 1. Develop a Schedule2 2. Use Cooking Devices3 3. Find Simple Meals4 4. Use Frozen Foods5 5. Make Extra Servings6 6. Ask for Assistance The foods seniors eat can have a negative or positive effect on their emotional, physical, and mental health. Therefore, family caregivers need to…
Table of Content1 Encourage Better Grooming & Hygiene 2 Suggest Getting a Pet 3 Make Transportation More Accessible 4 Propose Joining Senior-Friendly Organizations It’s common for seniors to withdraw from social activities as they age due to issues such as limited mobility, poor vision, and memory loss. However, being social can help seniors…
Table of Content1 1. Install Smoke Alarms2 2. Move the Bedroom Downstairs3 3. Avoid Using Candles4 4. Practice Safety Drills5 5. Be Careful when Preparing Meals Fires can have devastating consequences for seniors. Your aging loved one’s physical strength, memory, vision, and hearing will be important factors in preventing fires….
Table of Content1 Learn about the Different Types of Incontinence 2 Address the Cause 3 Help with Immediate Clothing Changes 4 Support Your Parent’s Treatment Plan 5 Provide Emotional Support An older family member’s incontinence should always be handled with understanding and compassion. Seniors with unaddressed incontinence may be too embarrassed to leave the…
Table of Content1 1. Elevates Vitamin D Levels2 2. Alleviates Allergy Symptoms3 3. Encourages Physical Activity4 4. Enhances Sleep5 5. Reduces Stress Many older adults spend the majority of their days indoors. However, getting outside for some sunshine and fresh air offers seniors a number of health benefits. In fact,…
Table of Content1 1. Rule Out Other Health Issues2 2. Create a More Comfortable Sleep Environment3 3. Provide Plenty of Activity during the Day4 4. Avoid Stimulants Later in the Day5 5. Stick to a Strict Nighttime Routine Sleep disorders are very common among seniors with dementia, and a number…
Table of Content1 1. Fall-Proof the Bathroom2 2. Keep the House Well Lit3 3. Encourage Wearing Proper Shoes4 4. Create Clear Pathways5 5. Provide Assistance during High-Risk Times Falling can result in serious injuries, such as hip fractures and head trauma, that could limit your elderly loved one’s quality of…
Table of Content1 Mobility Problems2 Lack of Hygiene3 Poor Nutrition4 Memory Issues Constant care is essential for some seniors because it can boost their mental, physical, and emotional wellbeing. Around-the-clock supervision can also keep elderly people safe and secure. Not all aging adults require this type of assistance, but it’s…
Table of Content1 Develop Strategies to Address Drooling2 Prepare Healthy Meals3 Create a Calendar4 Use Respite Care5 Focus on the Positive Caring for a senior parent with Parkinson’s disease will involve both good and bad days. You need to remain positive and look for ways to simplify your caregiving responsibilities…
Table of Content1 1. Take Breaks2 2. Get Support3 3. Practice Self-Care4 4. Set Realistic Goals5 5. Learn to Say No Taking care of someone you love can be an incredibly rewarding experience, but it can also be physically and emotionally exhausting. Caregiver burnout is a real problem that can…