Baby Boomers Are Determined To Age In Place
In 1946, soldiers came home from war and started making babies. And Americans kept making babies right through 1964. The resulting bump in population is called the “baby boom.” By 2030, all those boomers will be senior citizens. And the vast majority of them will only go to a nursing home as a last resort. […]
Getting Ready for Spring with National Cleaning Week, March 28-April 3
No matter what part of the country you live in, the days are getting longer, and the temps are getting stronger. For many of us, that’s a great reason to celebrate. Spring is also the perfect time to do some cleaning, both inside and out, as you and your elderly parent prepare for the brighter […]
Would Your Elderly Loved One Benefit from Bright Light Therapy?
Have you ever heard of light therapy? This is a type of therapy that uses light to help treat certain sleep disorders. It helps to change your elderly loved one’s sleep/wake cycle and daylight/nighttime cycle. Everyone’s body tells them when they are tired. If your elderly loved one’s circadian rhythm is messed up, they might […]
What Do You Need to Know about Chronic Wound Care?
Chronic wounds can be upsetting for you. There is usually at least a little pain involved and there’s the risk of infection and other issues, too. The more stressed out you are about a wound that is being stubborn about healing, the harder it might be for you to actually heal. Here are some of the […]
A Quick Guide to Popular Senior Care Services
As your family discusses senior care for your mom and dad, it’s good to start with a list of possible services.
Four Important Facts about High Blood Pressure
Understanding high blood pressure and how to manage it properly is the key to success for your senior. If your aging family member has been diagnosed with higher than normal blood pressure levels, these are some important facts for you both to know so that you can make the best decisions possible. Lifestyle Changes Can Help, but […]
