As Alzheimer's disease progresses, you may find it harder to connect with your parent. It's not impossible though. Use these activities to connect with your mom or dad. Cook Together If your mom or dad ever cooked, pull out old cookbooks that you...
Read MoreEvery year, an estimated 3 million older adults fall and end up in the hospital. Of those falls, over 800,000 caused a hip fracture or head injury. If your mom or dad falls, odds are higher than they'll fall again that year. The best way to prevent one...
Read MoreEach year, the third Friday in February is designated as National Caregivers Day. This is a day to thank the caregivers in your parents' lives. It's a day to treat family caregivers or paid caregivers with something unexpected. Here are some neat ideas...
Read MoreWinter brings cooler temperatures. Some areas see rain while others experience lots of snow. No matter where you are, windows close up for the season and heating systems turn on. You may start seeing more dust in your home. Windows aren't open, so it's...
Read MoreWhen you live on the other side of the country, it's very likely that you only see your mom and dad around major holidays. A phone call is not enough to actually see the physical and mental changes that have taken place over the year. Now that you're...
Read MoreIf your senior has dementia you might be starting to deal with something called challenging behaviors. There’s a lot that falls under this category, including repetitive actions and vocalizations, wandering, and more. Tracking these behaviors will give...
Read MoreJust because your senior has dementia, that doesn’t mean she’s immune to stress. In fact, she’s likely experiencing a great deal of stress that elder care providers can help you to sort out. Exhaustion Is a Stressor Your elderly family member might be...
Read MoreSince temperatures are starting to drop in many areas, it is essential to note that those with arthritis are probably having flare-ups. Many people with arthritis have flare-ups when the weather changes, especially when it gets colder. While this can’t...
Read MoreVision loss can be reductive for seniors in many other aspects of life. It could reduce their overall safety, affect the responses their bodies have to other health issues, and much more. One of the most important losses can be that of an independent...
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