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By Mariela Rogers, 8:00 am on May 13, 2024
Dementia develops for several reasons. The biological factors involved interfere with normal neuron communication, which prevents thought processes from occurring normally. There are several ways seniors can stop dementia from progressing. 1. Eat Healthier Eating a healthy diet provides the nutrients needed to protect neurons while fighting the free radicals that lead to cell damage. Meals should consist of vegetables…
By Mariela Rogers, 8:00 am on April 22, 2024
Providing Alzheimer’s care requires flexibility, patience, and planning. Seniors with Alzheimer’s can become agitated when tasks that were once simple become difficult, and caregivers can become frustrated with the challenges of meeting their aging loved ones’ care needs. Caregivers can use the following tips to make daily living better for both themselves and their loved ones. Schedule Wisely You can establish…
By Mariela Rogers, 9:00 am on April 12, 2024
Being a caregiver for a senior loved one can be both rewarding and challenging. The latter is more likely to be true if you assume or believe you have to bear the burden of caring for your loved one alone. Fortunately, providing care can be less physically and mentally demanding if you share your caregiving duties with other people. Here…
By Mariela Rogers, 9:00 am on April 10, 2024
  It’s difficult for many seniors to accept assistance in their golden years. Aging adults often feel like their independence is slipping away, and they don’t want to be treated like children. As a family caregiver, you need to make your aging loved one feel comfortable about getting help with daily activities. Here are some of the strategies you can…
By Mariela Rogers, 8:00 am on April 8, 2024
Parkinson’s disease has many physical symptoms, ranging from tremors to a loss of balance. The social impact of the condition may be less visible, but it’s still an important consideration. Ahead, learn about the ways Parkinson’s affects socialization and the best strategies for maintaining a healthy social life while living with the disease.  Daily Activities As Parkinson’s progresses, muscle control…
By Mariela Rogers, 8:00 am on March 29, 2024
Switching from assistance during the day to overnight care is a big decision your family could face when your senior loved one is aging in place. For some seniors, the need for overnight care arises suddenly, and there may not be a question about making arrangements for seniors with serious health issues. For others, the changes happen so gradually families…
By Mariela Rogers, 8:00 am on March 27, 2024
The real recovery process begins when seniors are released from the hospital. Most readmissions occur within the first 30 days after discharge, so make sure to establish a proper care plan to boost your aging loved one’s health. Continue reading to learn what factors increase the risk of hospital readmissions among seniors and how to prevent them. 1. Poor Health…
By Mariela Rogers, 7:00 am on March 25, 2024
For years, researchers have claimed that men and women experience stroke symptoms differently. Studies of stroke warning signs highlight the fact that the mortality rate for female stroke survivors is higher than male stroke survivors, mostly as the result of treatment delays and the failure to report critical symptoms. According to this data, women may not experience the classic symptoms…
By Mariela Rogers, 8:00 am on March 15, 2024
Fire safety is something most older adults have learned about their entire lives. While your aging loved one already knows the basics, it might be time to brush up on a few tips that work best for seniors. Ideally, your fire prevention and evacuation plan should be reviewed on a regular basis, and you’ll want to make sure your parent…
By Mariela Rogers, 8:00 am on March 13, 2024
Many aging adults spend a lot of their time sitting around on the couch or lying in bed, which can cause them to be sedentary. Keep your senior loved one physically active as he or she ages to promote a healthy lifestyle. Here are some activities that can prevent older adults from being sedentary. 1. Yoga Even if your loved…