Helping Your Senior Become Comfortable with Home Care Assistance
Seniors have to adjust to many changes as they age, and some of those changes require them to need more assistance. However, the idea of bringing in home care might cause seniors to be uneasy, feel deflated, or even make them angry. When loved ones talk openly with them about their needs and genuinely listen, […]
Five Ways to Offer Support to Seniors Battling ALS
Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, also called ALS or Lou Gehrig’s disease, is a progressive neurological ailment. It results in muscle weakness, muscle spasms, and eventually muscle atrophy. The disease affects neurons that control the voluntary muscles in the body, making it impossible to control those muscles. Seniors with ALS need a lot of help as their […]
Navigating the Emotional Journey of Growing Older
Getting older is a normal part of life, bringing with it knowledge, experience, and a lifetime of memories. But it can also bring a lot of different feelings as seniors learn to deal with the physical and mental changes that come with getting older. This blog post will talk about ways to help seniors deal […]
Seven UTI Symptoms in Seniors and How to Help
Urinary tract infections, or UTIs, are extremely common in seniors for a variety of reasons. Menopause, reduced mobility, a weakened immune system, and even chronic medical conditions can all be potential causes. UTIs occur when bacteria stay in the urinary tract too long and multiply, becoming an infection. Recognizing UTI symptoms quickly helps seniors get […]
Boosting Self-Esteem for the Emotional Health of Seniors
Aging comes with a lot of difficulties, like illness, losing loved ones, and changing physical abilities. These things can sometimes hurt seniors’ mental health and sense of self-worth. With love and support from family and senior home care providers, seniors can stay on track. There are a number of useful ways to help seniors feel […]
Emotional Wellness Month: Self-Care is Essential for Family Caregivers
October is Emotional Wellness Month, a time to consider how well you’re taking care of your emotional health. If you’re caring for a senior with Alzheimer’s disease, your stress level can be at an all-time high. It’s time to find ways to de-stress and focus on self-care, as well as how Alzheimer’s care can play […]
10 Things Seniors Can Do To Slow Down Alzheimer’s Progression
There is no cure for Alzheimer’s. But Alzheimer’s can be slowed down. One of the reasons why it’s so important for seniors to get regular cognitive screenings is that detecting Alzheimer’s and starting treatment early can make a big difference in the quality of life that seniors experience. Seniors with Alzheimer’s should also start Alzheimer’s […]
Warning Signs Of Diabetes Seniors Shouldn’t Ignore
Diabetes is very common among seniors. Estimates are that more than 33% of seniors have diabetes, and it’s suspected that more seniors have it but haven’t been diagnosed. It’s not uncommon for elderly adults to dismiss changes in their health, or attribute them to aging rather than a disease or chronic condition. Once a diagnosis […]
The Benefits of 24-Hour Home Care for Meningitis
Meningitis occurs when the membrane covering the brain and spinal cord becomes infected. It’s a health concern affecting 2.5 million people globally each year. While older adults can get a vaccination to lower the risk of contracting this disease, it’s not always effective and not everyone gets the shots. In the U.S., between 600 and […]
What You Need to Know About Seniors and Depression
Depression is something that can impact all sorts of people of all ages and abilities. It is not necessarily something that is inevitable, however, especially for people who are growing older. Seniors can be at a greater risk of experiencing depression that goes unnoticed, so it’s important for family caregivers to know what to look […]
