Caring for an Aging Parent
Senior 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…
Read MoreRemote Solutions to Help you Care for a Loved One from Far Away
Looking after a loved one is a challenge when you live nearby. But when you live farther away from a family member who needs assistance, things become more complicated. Finding solutions that allow you to help without having to travel far is an essential part of being a caregiver—even from a distance. These solutions can…
Read More5 Tips for Preventing the Spread of Bacteria and Viruses
Have you ever heard the saying “cleanliness is next to godliness?” This popular saying highlights the importance of having measures in place to keep the environment where you care for your loved one or client clean. For example, routinely disinfecting the living space where your client or loved one receives care and…
Read MoreUsing Technology to Help an Aging Parent Downsize
Is your senior parent starting to have trouble getting around at home? When an aging parent starts falling behind on household chores or struggling with staircases, it’s a sign that it’s time to downsize. Downsizing to a smaller, more age-friendly home allows seniors to maintain their independence in a home that’s suited to this stage…
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