People with Alzheimer’s and other forms of Dementia experience a gradual yet steady decline in cognitive ability, social awareness, overall memory, safety and understanding of everyday concepts. Unfortunately, individuals with Alzheimer’s and Dementia are at a much higher risk of falling victim to certain dangers around the home. Listed below are some of these threats, […]
Caregiving for a loved one is an important job, but as a caregiver it’s important that you don’t overlook your own health and wellbeing. Caregiver burnout and stress will not just affect your health, but it will result in a decline in your ability to properly care for your loved one. Respite care allows caregivers […]
All too often seniors that need additional help with different aspects of their daily lives are reluctant to ask for additional assistance. It’s important for family members and caregivers to be aware of the warning signs that may indicate it’s time to consider a move to an assisted living, nursing home, and senior care facility. Important […]
There is no doubt that caring for a loved one with dementia or Alzheimer’s disease is an ongoing challenge. In addition to providing care like bathing, feeding and dressing, caregivers are responsible for finding engaging activities to keep their loved one mentally active and to prevent boredom. Whether a craft or a task, therapeutic activities, […]
In-home accidents result in approximately 7,000 elderly deaths each year, with countless others being seriously injured and requiring hospitalization. It goes without saying that most seniors want to live out their lives in the comfort of their own home, but in order to do so, they need to do it safely. If you are concerned […]
Fall prevention is an important topic for seniors. As we get older, ongoing physical changes, health issues, and the medications used to treat those conditions make falls even more likely. In fact, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention: One in four Americans aged 65+ falls each year. Every 11 seconds, an […]
Driving represents independence for seniors, allowing them to feel less isolated and to take advantage of everything a community has to offer. However, driving may not be the best option for everyone. Even though your loved one may be healthy, seniors develop slower reflexes, reaction times and decreased cognitive abilities as they age. If you […]
“For better or for worse, in sickness and in health,” has likely never rung more true than when a spouse is acting as an Alzheimer’s caregiver in the home. Caregiving for your spouse or life partner with Alzheimer’s or another type of dementia can range from simple responsibilities in the early stages to monumental tasks […]
We all forget things almost every day. We’ve all forgotten items at the grocery store, mislaid our eye glasses and key, forget to call someone back, or have trouble recalling the name of last night’s movie. No big deal, that’s normal age-related memory loss, affectionately known as a “senior moment”.” But there is a point […]
Family caregivers take pride in the care they provide to their loved ones in the comfort of their own home. Unfortunately for the caregiver, providing this ongoing care can create physical, mental and emotional demands that can quickly become overwhelming. Caregiving is a difficult job and very few people are properly equipped to do it […]
