Can Your Senior Donate Blood?
Each year throughout the United States millions of people need transfusions of blood and blood components. These transfusions are used to help with the treatment of serious medical conditions such as cancer, to support patients during major medical procedures, and to preserve life after emergencies such as car crashes and other disasters. While approximately 38 […]
Sun Safety for Seniors
Summertime is here, and it is time to get out in the sun! As the family caregiver, you might be planning a vacation for the entire family, including your aging loved one. Or, you might just be thinking about daily activities that you and your senior can do outside, like gardening or taking a trip […]
Helping Your Aging Parent Get Good Sleep
Caregiver in Sacramento CA As people grow older, they typically don’t require as much sleep as when they were younger. That’s a good thing, because sound, restful sleep is harder to get the older we get. In addition to changes caused by the general process of aging, many other things can cause changes to or […]
Reminding Your Spouse You Love Him during Your Caregiver Journey
Caregiver in Sacramento CA Being a caregiver for your aging loved ones is stressful, and there will be times when you may feel like you are completely alone in your journey. When you begin to feel this way turning to the support and encouragement of your spouse can provide you comfort and relief that helps […]