If you are providing care for a senior relative, you’re entirely mindful of the spectrum of emotions involved. On one hand, it’s a huge honor …Read More
Category: Care Tips
Overcome Caregiver Stress with These Dementia Care Tips
April 22, 2022
There’s no such thing as a “typical day” in the life of someone with dementia – or, for the person caring for them. The individual may …Read More
Know the Symptoms of a UTI in Older Adults
April 15, 2022
Irritation. Burning. Urgency. If you have ever had the misfortune of suffering from a urinary tract infection (UTI), you already know these symptoms on a …Read More
Fun and Engaging Activities for Seniors with Dementia
March 25, 2022
Remaining active and involved in meaningful interests is vital for our mental health. We all want to feel both successful and needed. This feeling does …Read More
How to Get Help from Siblings When Taking Care of an Elderly Parent
March 18, 2022
As the saying goes, many hands make light work, and that’s definitely true regarding taking care of an elderly parent. If you and your siblings …Read More
Senior Delirium Causes and Treatments
February 25, 2022
With its similarities to dementia, delirium can be difficult to identify and manage. Older adults are especially at risk of delirium, so our in-home care …Read More
Why Older Skin Bruises Easily
February 18, 2022
We all experience it, especially as we grow older. Perhaps while cleaning, we run into the edge of the coffee table, never giving it a …Read More
Top Tips to Combat the Risk Factors for Depression Among Seniors
January 28, 2022
After spending time with family and friends and revisiting cherished memories and traditions over the holidays, it’s normal for a sense of nostalgia and sadness …Read More
How a Caregiving Journal Can Improve Dementia Care at Home
January 21, 2022
Keeping a journal is growing in popularity, for a variety of reasons. Hardly the “Dear Diary” days of our adolescence, it’s so much more than …Read More
Top Tips for Adapting Holiday Activities for Elderly Individuals with Alzheimer’s
December 3, 2021
The limitations of the COVID pandemic had a tremendous impact on last year’s holiday season, forcing many families to be isolated from each other. Thankfully, …Read More