Elderproof for Safety When you have a loved one coming home to live with you, or you are helping prepare their home when returning from a hospital or rehab stay, you need to ensure that they come home to a safe environment. You must elderproof for safety when preparing your home for an elderly loved…
Change in the Elderly When caring for aging parents or loved ones, a related question might be how to help them adopt new habits when you’re not always there to observe their behavior and offer encouragement—or if they resist making the change. How do we help an elderly loved one overcome a habit that’s bad…
Many people are under the impression that they need to wait until they’re no longer able to take care of an aging loved one before they consider hiring an in-home health care provider. Fortunately, that’s not the case! It’s never too early to think about finding a compassionate caregiver. Actually, it is much healthier to…
Psychological and Logistical Challenges One of the biggest difficulties when moving the elderly to a new residence is the sorting through all their possessions. These are things they’ve accumulated over their lifetime, and many have emotional attachments and cherished memories connected to them. While de-cluttering can have a freeing feeling, it can also signal the…
Handling the increasingly complicated needs of an aging loved one today can be a daunting task. Furthermore, knowing when or how to address concerns isn’t easy. This is especially so if you are busy with work and family obligations of your own and unable to devote the time they require. Alternatively, perhaps you live in…
Elderly Depression During the Holidays Those of us that work with the elderly approach this time with trepidation. It is a period when they enjoy time with their loved ones, but may mourn all they have lost in terms of loved ones as well as physical capabilities. I have tried to put together some helpful…
Are you looking for someone who can provide senior care for your elderly or disabled loved one? If so, you might be shopping around for a caregiver to ensure that you choose the right person. Here are five home health aide qualities that may indicate you’ve found a good match. 1. Patient Caring for an…
According to the Automobile Club of America (AAA), statistics for car crashes in the 75 and older age group is similar to those for teens. The difference is that they are far less likely to survive these car crashes than their younger counterparts. That is not even taking into account the harm that can be inflicted…
An interesting and useful infographic by Home Healthcare Adaptations Elderly Falls Every single year, a third of all elderly adults suffers a fall. And, an adult who falls is twice as likely to do so again as compared to someone who hasn’t fallen. Falling is the most common cause of traumatic brain injuries and hospital treatment…
Merrian-Webster defines activity as involving mental function designed to stimulate learning and energy; usually done for pleasure and often involves other people. Think how difficult it is for those diagnosed with cognitive loss to perform purposeful activities such as self-care (bathing, eating, dressing, toileting, etc.) and socialization when the ability to initiate these interactions have been compromised. Dementia…