Clean, Organized Rooms Keep Your Dad Safe
Has your dad fallen? It’s not surprising if he has. Yearly, one out of four older adults falls. Fractures are one of the most common injuries after a fall.
What Seniors Should Know About Extremely Dry Skin
Everyone gets dry skin sometimes. But seniors are prone to developing a medical condition called Xerosis which is extremely dry and flakey skin. Xerosis is very common among seniors and if it’s not treated it can cause infections and other problems. It’s also very uncomfortable. November is National Healthy Skin month so it’s a great […]
4 Reasons Fad Diets Are Bad For Seniors
November is Good Nutrition Month and if you have a senior loved one that is overweight it’s a good time to remember that fad diets can often do more harm than good, especially for seniors. Maintaining a healthy weight is very important for seniors, and seniors who are overweight may want to try and diet […]
November is National Peanut Butter Lovers Month
If you have a senior in your life that loves Peanut Butter, November is the month to experiment with new recipes. Senior home care providers can find healthier recipes other than the average peanut butter and jelly and kind find unique ways to celebrate National Peanut Butter Lovers Month. This is the year to start […]
Loss of Taste and Senior Citizens: What Should You Know?
Most people are now aware that loss of taste is a symptom of Covid-19. However, if your elderly loved one has loss of taste, that doesn’t automatically mean they have Covid-19. There are some other reasons for loss of taste in senior citizens. As a family caregiver, it can be helpful to learn about these […]
Activities to Do After Chemotherapy
When your loved one goes through chemotherapy, you will be worried and anxious about each section. You may have questions about your senior getting to and from sessions, what they will do during, and what they will do after chemo. The good news is hiring home care assistance can help provide answers to a few […]
Celebrating Holidays With Seniors Who Have Dementia
If your loved one has dementia, it can be hard to plan and enjoy the holidays. It may even be stressful for seniors who have dementia. It will be important to find the right senior home care assistant to help out during this time. A caregiver can help give the senior rides to family functions […]
Six Steps to Take With Your Parents During Long-Term Care Planning Month
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services created Long-Term Care Planning Month to bring attention to the need for families to discuss long-term care. While many older adults end up needing long-term care as they age, not every family discusses it. Now is the time to sit down as a family and talk about […]
How Do You Balance Your Job and Your Parents’ Care Needs?
You work 40 hours each week, plus you have overtime now and then. Your parents need your help, too. They struggle with meal preparation and cannot drive themselves to and from the stores or medical offices. How do you balance both without giving up your personal time? Talk to Your Boss You may be able […]
When Should Seniors Plan for the End of Life?
Planning for the end of life can be one of the worst topics to discuss, and you never want to bring it up with your parents or loved one too soon. When is it time to start planning for the end of life? The truth is once an adult becomes a senior and if they […]
