After your loved one has a stroke, you may feel like you have a million and one things to do and not know where to start. A stroke can have a wide range of effects on your loved one and the recovery process may even affect you if you are not monitoring yourself. Follow these 6 reminders to ease the…
Becoming a caregiver for the first time can be daunting, especially if it happens overnight due to illness or injury. One day your loved one is living a healthy independent life, and the next they need your help with basic activities of daily living. This sudden shift can be difficult for both caregivers and care recipients. It can be hard…
Alzheimer’s disease causes progressive brain damage and nerve cell failure, which can result in a wide range of symptoms. Although most people associate Alzheimer’s disease with memory problems, difficulty communicating is another major symptom. People with dementia may forget recent conversations, repeat themselves, have trouble organizing their thoughts, and more. This can make it difficult for them to carry on…
Even when roles and dynamics change within a family, family members and relatives take care of each other. Whether children start taking care of their parents or a niece caring for a newly disabled aunt, or spouse-to-spouse care, no matter who the caregiver and no matter what the dynamic – the family caregiver experience is different for everybody but it…
Getting enough exercise is an important part of staying healthy, especially for seniors. Working out can reduce their risk of falling and developing chronic conditions like diabetes, osteoporosis, and heart disease. Studies have even shown that regular exercise can help prevent cognitive decline and dementia in older adults. During the winter when temperatures drop, it may be more difficult for…
According to Time magazine, approximately 33% of seniors are lonely which, while completely normal, if left unchecked for too long, can be detrimental to their health in mild and severe ways. In fact, Time states “research shows that chronic loneliness can impact older adults’ memory, physical well-being, mental health, and life expectancy.” Now before this worries you too much, know…
Although seniors typically have decades of driving experience, age-related vision and memory problems can cause their driving ability to deteriorate over time. Studies have shown that people over the age of 55 get into more accidents per mile than younger drivers. The risk of being involved in a car crash increases even more at age 75. So how can you…
Halloween season (aka all of October) is a great opportunity to engage in Halloween-related activities with the family. These 5 Halloween activities are great for bringing the family together to enjoy some spooky good fun and help everyone get into the spirit of the season. Decorate pumpkins Decorating pumpkins is a classic fall activity. Instead of using sharp knives to…
Many seniors have a hard time admitting they need help, which can make it hard to determine when it’s time to bring in a professional caretaker. Although seniors may deny they need help or refuse to ask for help, it’s crucial for your aging loved one to get the level of care and support that they need. Without adequate support,…
It’s not always possible for family caregivers to live near their loved one which may be stressful for the caregiver and their family. Whether you need to move away for work, school, or any other personal reason, you may be wondering if you can meet your aging relative’s needs from afar. While not impossible, it may be difficult to manage…