Table of Content1 Hear Your Loved One Out2 Check for Irritants & Triggers3 Make Sure Your Loved One Isn’t in Pain4 Shift Your Loved One’s Attention5 Remove Yourself from the Situation When seniors with dementia become confused or overwhelmed, they’ll sometimes lash out at their family caregivers. While that type…
Table of Content1 Provide Assistance with Walking2 Offer Help with Dressing3 Consider Safety Precautions4 Assist with Meal Prep & Eating To provide the best care for aging parents with Parkinson’s, caregivers need to understand the disease. The symptoms of Parkinson’s disease are unique, and family caregivers need to be prepared…
Table of Content1 1. Alters the Mood2 2. Promotes Social Bonding3 3. Encourages Physical Activity4 4. Stimulates Personal Expression5 5. Triggers Memories Music is a wonderful therapeutic tool used to stimulate various areas of the brain in individuals with Alzheimer’s disease or another form of dementia. A research team from…
Table of Content1 Schedule Regular Doctor Visits & Testing 2 Create More Opportunities for Socialization3 Serve Appealing Foods 4 Encourage Greater Independence Seniors who want to age successfully need to make healthy lifestyle choices. However, many need a good support system in place to start down this path and stick to it….
Table of Content1 1. Reduced Income2 2. Medical & Other Care Expenses3 3. Lack of Budgeting4 4. Dependence on Credit Cards5 5. No Savings Accounts Debt is an increasing problem for people over age 65, and living within the confines of a tight retirement budget can make it difficult to…
Table of Content1 Inability to Focus2 Disorientation3 Memory Problems4 Aggression A senior’s eating patterns can raise the odds of diabetes, obesity, heart attacks, and even diseases such as Alzheimer’s. Consuming unhealthy foods can cause oxidative stress and increase the body’s inflammatory response, which are two factors linked to Alzheimer’s. Below…
Table of Content1 1. Going to the Park, Museum, or Mall2 2. Volunteering3 3. Gardening4 4. Spending Time with a Dog5 5. Using a Fitness App Sitting can be just as dangerous for seniors as smoking or eating an unhealthy diet. Older adults who remain sedentary for hours at a…
Table of Content1 1. Bogus Overdue Utility Bills2 2. The Relative Emergency Con3 3. Fake Charity Solicitations4 4. The Classic Pigeon Drop Scam5 5. Healthcare-Related Schemes Every year, millions of seniors fall for a slew of financial scams. However, these situations can easily be prevented if they know what to…
Table of Content1 1. Boosts Cardiovascular Health2 2. Supports a Healthy Immune System3 3. Promotes Cognitive Health4 4. Leads to Better Emotional Wellbeing The simple act of laughing can have a significant impact on a senior’s overall wellbeing. After learning about the various benefits that can be gained from laughter,…
Table of Content1 Assess Your Loved One’s Current Budget2 Work with an Elderly Care Planner3 Find Out What Your Loved One’s Insurance Policy Covers4 Look into Community Benefits Programs5 Choose an Affordable Care Plan Receiving proper care is essential for your aging loved one to live a long and happy…