Caring for an Aging Parent
4 Essential Considerations as you Prepare to Care for a Love One
Preplanning is an important aspect of caring for someone you love. In fact, understanding your loved one’s wishes sets a solid foundation for your future together. This is especially true if you are caring for a loved one with a chronic medical condition. However, you may put off broaching this topic with your loved one…
Read MoreMental Well-being: Signs you can Look for as a Caregiver
Mental wellness can become a challenge at any point in your life. However, as one ages there are several issues that can negatively impact one’s mental well-being. If you are a caregiver, you should be on the lookout for mental signs of mental distress among your elderly clients and loved ones. In this article, we…
Read MoreFall Prevention Resources for Seniors Aging in Place
For many seniors, the thought of spending their retirement at home is far preferable to moving into an assisted living facility. However, even healthy seniors worry about the risks of falling and sustaining grave injuries. If you want to age in place, you will need to be proactive about fall prevention. These resources will help…
Read MoreA Joint-Friendly Regime for All
Joint pain is a common issue as we age. In fact, according to a nationwide telephone survey published by the pain management services of Stanford Hospital & Clinic at Stanford University, almost one in five older adults’ experiences chronic pain. Yet, the majority do not understand the cause of the pain leading some to rely…
Read MoreWhat does it Take to be a Caregiver?
Caring for others is one of the most important jobs in the world. The pandemic has highlighted the value of individuals who devote their time and energy to looking after others. If you’re considering a change of career, or you’re in a position where you may need to begin caring for a loved one in…
Read MoreAnti-Inflammatory Foods that can Help Reduce Inflammation
According to the World Health Organization, chronic diseases are the number one threat to human health. These chronic inflammation diseases include diabetes, cardiovascular diseases, arthritis and joint diseases, and strokes. Diet can have a large influence on prevention of these inflammatory diseases. Incorporating anti-inflammatory foods to your diet and avoiding inflammatory foods is an…
Read MoreSenior Smartphone Apps to Help Your Loved One Live Independently
As a caregiver, technology can be your friend! There are a number of excellent smartphone apps that can help your aging loved one stay organized, manage their finances and stay connected with others. It’s estimated that 42% of seniors own a smartphone, according to the Pew Research Center, and perhaps many more would be open…
Read More5 Signs That Your Loved One Needs Mobility Equipment
As we start to age and get older, it’s usual to experience reduced mobility and issues with our flexibility and suppleness. Some people suffer with these issues more than others in their old age, and it is usually necessary for them to use a mobility scooter or an electric wheelchair. However, even though some people…
Read MoreHow to Prepare your Home When a Senior Loved One is Moving in
As they get older, seniors may choose to move in with their children. This provides them with companionship and care they need as they age while also allowing them to maintain close contact with their kids and grandkids. Sharing a family home can also cut expenses for all involved. Given the advantages, especially during the…
Read MoreCaregivers TakeCHARGE during COVID-19!
As we know from the headlines, even if you are perfectly healthy today that can change in an instant. Thousands of people and their families are facing unthinkable choices about medical care, those who did not prepare their “advance directives” ahead of time to state their wishes are at the mercy of fate. So, the…
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