Five Low-cost Safety Changes You Can Make at Home
Keeping your senior as safe as possible at home is likely a big goal for you and for her. These tips can be implemented quickly and aren’t big budget solutions. Use Non-skid Strips on Stairs and in the Bathroom Non-skid strips are something that you can use in multiple areas of your senior’s home. The most common […]
Dietary Tips for Seniors with Diabetes
Many people have diabetes, but they are all individuals and their dietary needs may vary. For that reason, it’s important for seniors with diabetes to talk to their doctor or dietician before making any changes. However, knowing some tips that can help your older family member to make better food choices could help them to take control of […]
Senior Citizens Can Combat Anxiety Caused by the Coronavirus Pandemic
Unfortunately, the coronavirus pandemic has many people on edge. If your elderly loved one is feeling anxiety as a result of this pandemic, it is important to help them out in any way that you can. There are some great tips that can be used to help your elderly loved one combat their anxiety. Time […]
Tips to Help Your Elderly Loved One Live a More Nutritious Lifestyle
Your elderly loved one is getting older. The older they get, the slower their metabolism gets. This can cause them to gain weight, feel more fatigued, and have a decline in their health, as well. However, the process doesn’t have to happen like that. There are some things you can do to help your elderly […]
Care from a Distance – Don’t Let COVID-19 Stop You from Caring for Your Parent
Have you been in charge of caring for your elderly parent? If so, you may be finding that the coronavirus stay-at-home order or social distancing guidelines are keeping you from caring for your elderly parent like you used to. The good news is that there are some things that you can do to continue taking […]
How Do You Talk to Your Mom About Home Care?
Whether she’s ready or not, you’ve noticed your mom is having a much harder time with certain tasks. She doesn’t keep up with laundry. Her floors are often cluttered and covered in pet hair. Her kitchen cabinets have a lot of expired items. Talking to a parent about home care isn’t easy, but it’s important. […]
What Are the Common Signs of Hearing Loss?
After the age of 55, it’s estimated that almost nine percent of the men and women in the U.S. have disabling hearing loss. Most people who experience hearing loss start to notice in their 60s. By the age of 75, it’s estimated that half of those adults deal with disabling hearing loss. Signs of Hearing Loss If […]
Three Ways Paella Meets Your Parents’ Nutritional Needs
The Mediterranean diet gets a lot of high praise. It’s been named “Best Overall Diet” for several years. Paella is one of the dishes you’ll see as a staple in many Mediterranean communities. As March 27th is National Spanish Paella Day, it’s a good time to see how this simple dish meets your parents’ nutritional […]
How Reading Can Benefit Your Elderly Loved One
When thinking about how to stay healthy, many of us think about exercising and eating right. However, if you are taking care of an elderly loved one, there is more to it than that. Did you know there are many benefits to reading? It helps to exercise your loved one’s brain in many ways. Learn […]
What is Retinal Artery Occlusion?
Retinal artery occlusion is the medical term for an eye stroke. Like all of the organs in the body, the eyes need a good supply of blood to do their job. An eye stroke occurs when the blood flow to the retina is cut off. If your aging relative has suffered an eye stroke, you […]
