Being a family caregiver doesn’t give you a pass on fulfilling your own needs. Staying in good health can boost your physical and mental abilities and enhance the type of care you provide for your senior parent. Here are some self-care strategies you should consider. Set Boundaries When something makes you uncomfortable, speak up. Don’t allow family members, friends, or…
Every senior with Alzheimer’s disease experiences it differently. However, there are still many similarities throughout the stages of the disease. Supporting an aging loved one with Alzheimer’s symptoms can become easier once you understand how the condition unfolds. Here’s an overview of the seven stages of Alzheimer’s disease. Stage 1: No Impairment At this point, the disease isn’t yet detectable…
A stroke takes place when blood flow is cut off from part of the brain, depriving the brain cells of oxygen and damaging them. Your elderly loved one can take some healthy measures to reduce the risk of stroke. Here are a few suggestions for what measures to take. 1. Keep Blood Pressure in Check High blood pressure is the…
Many seniors who receive assistance from family, friends, and medical providers can live in their homes and communities safely as they age. The help your aging loved one needs could involve various issues, such as finances, socialization, and medical care. Continue reading to learn more about the types of support seniors need to age in place independently, safely, and comfortably. …
Though the proverbial Fountain of Youth has never been discovered, there are several ways to slow down the aging process, including eating certain foods. Encourage your senior loved one to include these age-defying foods in his or her diet to keep looking and feeling young. 1. Papaya Your loved one can fight wrinkles with papaya. This tropical fruit is high…
If you want to promote your senior loved one’s health without the risk that comes with certain medications, you may want to encourage him or her to eat more common foods with noted health benefits. Garlic is a perfect example. If you’re unaware of the many ways garlic can boost elderly health, here are just a few. Increased Appetite A…
Caring for an elderly loved one is a selfless and important job, but it can sometimes be difficult to manage. You may be doing the best you can to juggle the other responsibilities in your life with your loved one’s needs and experiencing many challenges as a result. One of the challenges you might face at some point is criticism…
Older adults are especially susceptible to serious respiratory issues, including chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), asthma, cystic fibrosis, sleep apnea, and lung cancer. With conditions of this nature, the first step is to ensure your aging loved one is receiving proper treatment from a doctor or an appropriate specialist. As for what you can do while providing care, some suggestions…
It’s important for seniors to retain a sense of independence. When older adults have the freedom to pursue their favorite activities and do things for themselves, it boosts their self-esteem, mental health, and overall wellness. Here are a few ways caregivers can help their senior loved ones stay independent for as long as possible. Encourage Doing Day-to-Day Tasks without Assistance…
Many family caregivers leave their jobs to care for their elderly loved ones, and quitting a full-time job or working part-time can have some financial downsides. Without a regular source of income, the stress of caregiving can become more intense. Thankfully, there are a few ways family caregivers can make up for the loss of income. Medicaid Programs Caregivers in…
