The weight of the body can take a toll on a person’s feet, especially as we get older. There are also many foot issues that many senior citizens deal with. If you are helping to care for your elderly loved one, there are some foot issues that they may need help with. Keep reading here […]
Four Ways Your Senior Can Enjoy National Bird Feeding Month
February is the month of love, but it’s also National Bird Feeding Month. This can be a really fun month for you and your senior, especially if you’re new to bird watching and to feeding birds. Learning about the different birds, what they eat, and how to help them can be really educational for both you and your elderly […]
Why Seniors Struggle to Get Enough Nutrients
Many seniors struggle to get enough important nutrients in their bodies to keep them healthy. Essential nutrients help your elderly parent’s body maintain its strength, fight off viruses, and provide energy to do the things your parent wants to do. As a caregiver, you might be doing your best to provide your parent with the best healthy foods, but […]
The Pros and Cons of Caffeine
As a caregiver of an aging parent, helping him live in his home by assisting in chores, meals and other aspects of daily living, you may also have begun to notice areas of his life that you were never really aware of before becoming his caregiver. If one of his habits that has drawn your attention is […]
Tips to Help Your Elderly Loved One if They Were the Victim of a Scam
Was your elderly loved one recently the victim of a scam? If so, what are they going to do about it? This might be something that you and your elderly loved one are wondering. The truth is that what needs to be done about this will depend a lot on what kind of scam it […]
Why Does Time in Nature Help You De-Stress?
So many things in life can cause stress. Your finances, job, health, children, and home environment can all cause stress. Caring for aging parents also adds to your stress. Did you know that going out into nature is one of the easiest ways to de-stress? Studies find that being out in the fresh air and […]
Is Your Senior Seeming to Lose Interest in Her Life?
Lots of seniors can find that they suddenly aren’t as interested in their lives as they once were. Your elderly family member might not be depressed, but she might not be having a great time, either. Here’s what you can try. Ask Her What’s Happening If you think you’re noticing changes in your senior’s behaviors, […]
What Are Some of the Healthier Cuisines to Try for a Change of Pace
Your parents eating habits have changed a lot after retirement. Unless you show up and cook a meal for them, they eat a lot of pizza, Chinese takeout, and freezer meals. They’re tired of the meals they grew up with. It’s time for a change of pace. Try these healthier international cuisines. Greek Doctors often recommend […]
Helping your Parent Make Connections
Having a community for your parent to connect with and develop friendships can be an enriching part of his life. It’ll chase away those blues when they hit and keep him from feeling lonely when you are not able to visit or stop by. Luckily, if your parent is up for new ways to reach out and […]
Four Tips for Putting Together a Care Plan for Your Senior
Do you and your senior have a care plan worked out for her? If not, it’s probably not too late to start talking about it. Get a Baseline for Your Senior’s Current Needs You and your senior may not have had to talk much about what she needs on a regular basis, but that could […]
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