Reducing the costs of healthcare and increasing access and convenience are some of the benefits of telehealth. The services can also reduce some of the burden placed on family caregivers, such as taking time off from work to provide transportation. Using the services can be challenging for older adults, especially…
Individuals with Alzheimer’s often have difficulty eating. When a senior has Alzheimer’s, challenges with eating can stem from medications, ill-fitting dentures, missing teeth, and swallowing difficulties. If your aging loved one has Alzheimer’s, check out these six tips for encouraging him or her to eat. 1. Develop a Mealtime Routine…
Research shows post-stroke depression is a common occurrence among stroke survivors. It’s not unusual for a senior to feel frustrated, angry, and anxious after a stroke, but these feelings can have a significant effect on rehabilitation and recovery. If you’re a caregiver looking after a senior loved one recovering from…
Caring for a senior parent with dementia requires patience, commitment, and compassion. There are certain actions and communication mistakes you should avoid to alleviate your parent’s stress and enhance his or her wellbeing. Take a look at some of the things you should never say to a senior with dementia…
People in their 70s are transforming the expectations people have for this amazing decade of life. Seniors today are no longer forced to give up their independence, provided they’re in relatively good health and have plenty of support. Now that your senior loved one has reached this milestone age, you…
Taking on the role of family caregiver brings about many emotions, some positive and some negative. When the role becomes overwhelming, a caregiver’s anxiety levels may increase, putting his or her health in jeopardy. Family caregivers should use the following tips to manage caregiving-related anxiety, boost their health, and prevent…
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…
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 older loved one feel comfortable about getting help with daily…
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…
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…