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. To avoid these disasters, you need to develop simple fire safety strategies, including those outlined below. 1. Install Smoke Alarms Smoke alarms are triggered when an…
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 house, and they may experience related health issues that have a negative effect on their wellbeing. Here are a few suggestions to help you care for…
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, being outdoors has been shown to boost cognitive health in the following ways. 1. Elevates Vitamin D Levels Approximately 50 percent of…
Sleep disorders are very common among seniors with dementia, and a number of studies have revealed that chronic sleep deprivation can speed up cognitive decline. Enhancing the quality and quantity of sleep your aging loved one gets can boost his or her physical health and minimize some of the worst…
Falling can result in serious injuries, such as hip fractures and head trauma, that could limit your elderly loved one’s quality of life. Most falls are preventable, yet families may not know what to do until it’s too late. Being proactive about minimizing fall risks by using these strategies can…
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 vital to know if your senior loved one needs constant care. Failing…
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 without compromising your loved one’s safety. Here are some tips to use when caring for an aging loved one with Parkinson’s…
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 affect anyone who is providing care for a senior loved one. Burnout can result in physical and mental health problems, strained…
As people get older, they often face important decisions about where they want to live in their golden years. Some seniors may choose to move to retirement communities or assisted living facilities, while others prefer to age in place. Aging in place means staying in one’s own home rather than…
In the event of a stroke, time is of the essence. Caregivers need to be able to recognize the signs of strokes so they can get their senior loved ones the help they need immediately. Common stroke symptoms can be remembered via the acronym FAST, which stands for Face drooping,…