Managing Migraines: A Guide for Seniors
Migraines can happen to anyone at any age, but it’s especially important for seniors to learn how to deal with these painful headaches as they don’t need additional pain interfering with their daily activities. The bottom line is that migraines can make things difficult, but if seniors have support from their elder care team and […]
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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Home Care Helps Seniors Have a Clean and Organized Space
Over time, seniors can find that it’s a lot more difficult to keep their homes as clean and organized as they used to be. There are lots of reasons this happens, ranging from health problems worsening to seniors having less mobility and stamina than they used to have. Home care providers can help seniors to […]
How Do You Help Take Care of a Parent With Cancer?
When a parent has cancer, it’s stressful for everyone. As you navigate treatment options like surgery, chemo, radiation, etc., you have to also weigh what care your parent needs. You have to consider your own work schedule, activities with any children living at home, and time for friends and a spouse or partner. It’s a […]
Self-Care Awareness Month: Do These Six Things to De-Stress
Self-care is all about taking care of your physical, mental, and emotional health, but it’s also something that family caregivers overlook. You feel it’s most important to focus on the things your dad needs, but you risk burning out. Spend September’s Self-Care Awareness Month making sure you do these six things to de-stress each day. […]
Signs A Senior Parent May Need Around-The-Clock Care
Seniors can age in place quite happily, but as they get older. they may need additional help and support. Seniors that have mobility challenges or that are fighting chronic illnesses may benefit from 24-hour home care. When seniors have 24-hour home care they and their families have the peace of mind of knowing that they […]
Seniors and Exercise: Moving More Even with Limited Mobility
One of the reasons that seniors often give for not moving more or exercising regularly is that they face mobility challenges. That’s a genuine challenge when it comes to being more active, but there are still ways for seniors to move more. Some of the benefits of being more active include boosting moods and improving […]
