Poor eyesight and hearing, along with arthritis, dementia, and elder abuse, can make the home a dangerous place for the average senior. Read on to learn more about potential safety hazards and how to create a safer home environment even if you live alone.
In many families, old rivalries can resurface and lead to conflicts as siblings jockey for control while trying to honor their parent’s wishes. If this sounds familiar, using these conflict resolution tips will help ensure your loved one receives the top-notch care they deserve.
Ensuring that everything goes well while navigating through previously uncharted waters as an informal caregiver requires the ability to understand the challenges ahead and how to plan accordingly. What follows are seven things to remember when you suddenly find yourself thrust into the role of caring for another.
With more and more seniors choosing to age in place, knowing when it's time for senior care assistance can be difficult. Here are five signs that you should look out for.
Before leaving the hospital, a senior may be given the option of receiving transitional care at a rehabilitation center versus their private residence. A growing body of evidence would seem to indicate that recovering at home might be the best choice for that special senior in your life.
Sadly, older adults account for over half of all flu-related hospitalizations and most flu-associated deaths. Although it’s difficult to completely avoid colds and flu at any age, improving your odds of not getting sick is possible by taking these preventative steps.
Staying recharged and refreshed as an informal caregiver is the key to ensuring that your loved one lives out the remainder of their life with the dignity and respect they deserve. What follows are several sure-fire ways to avoid caregiver burnout when looking after a loved one with Alzheimer’s.
Once you’ve selected a reputable provider, getting the most out of your home care experience as days transition into months – and even years – takes planning and perseverance.
One of the best ways for overworked caregivers to decompress is by starting a caregiving journal. As a proven self-care practice, what follows are several benefits that journaling offers you when caring for another.
If you possess a strong desire to make a difference in the lives of others while unleashing your full potential, caregiving could be your calling.