Would Your Mom Be Interested in Attending a Virtual Film Festival?
Your mom is a movie buff. She loves watching films when they’re released. This year’s been a little harder for her, and you wonder if there’s a better way for her to catch new movies as they’re released. The COVID-19 pandemic changed a lot for families across the U.S. Some of those changes may be […]
Home Dangers for Elderly People to Be Aware Of
When taking care of your elderly loved one in their own home, you need to pay attention to their medical state. You should keep an eye out for physical and mental health issues. However, you should also pay attention to their environment, as well. There are many home dangers that elderly people need to be […]
Dementia May Be Responsible for More Deaths Than Previously Believed
Dementia is a serious disease affecting many older adults. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) says that about 5 million people have the disease. Despite the prevalence of the disease and the fact that it is a progressive disease, only about 5 percent of death certificates list it as the cause of death. However, a new study says […]
What Do You Need to Know When You Give Care from Afar?
Taking care of your elderly family member from far away may not feel optimal, but that doesn’t necessarily mean you have another choice. Long-distance caregiving is easier than ever before, especially when you’ve got the help that you and your senior both need. Double Check Your Senior’s Health Needs You may not have needed to know much about […]
Nine Ways for Family Caregivers to Stay Healthy
Family caregivers are in a position where stress can easily build up. You want to do what you can to help your parents. You also have your own family and personal needs to consider. Mental, emotional, and physical health is crucial to a family caregiver. These nine steps have to be included in your weekly […]
Four Ways to Help Your Senior Keep Her Lungs Healthy
Keeping your senior’s lungs as healthy as possible might not be as easy as you expected it to be, especially if her respiratory health isn’t as good as you thought. Determining what’s going on with her lungs is a big step in the right direction. Talk Things through with Her Doctor It’s always important to talk through health concerns with […]
First Aid Tips to Memorize if Your Parents Spend Time in Their Gardens
Gardening is a popular hobby, but insect bites and stings are often a problem. From biting flies to bees and extended exposure to the sun, there are risks to be aware of. It’s a good idea to memorize these first aid tips in case something happens while your mom and dad are gardening. Treating a Sunburn […]
What Can You Do about Learning to Accept Difficult Situations?
If you’ve ever encountered a situation as a caregiver that you couldn’t change or adjust, you’ve found a situation you need to learn to accept. That’s easier said than done, of course, but you can learn to do it. Find the Positives Finding the positivity is always important when you’re a caregiver. There are tons of positives, even if the overall […]
Five Things That Help Your Parents Age Well
Everyone wants to age well, but it’s often easier said than done. There are a lot of things that help you age well. If your parents want to age at home while aging well, these five tips should become common practice for them. Exercise A minimum of 30 minutes of exercise each day is critical to […]
Home Care is a Must When Joint Pain Limits Movement
Joint pain from arthritis often limits movements. It worsens as you age. You’ll notice it when your mom is walking up and down the stairs. You might see your dad limping or walking with a shuffling gait when he first stands up after sitting down for a while. Your mom is having a hard time […]
