It has been said that if you have your health, you have everything. When that is no longer the case, and one is unable to care for oneself, we may need to seek outside assistance. Many elderly adults find themselves in a position that requires choosing to leave their home to become a resident in…
DetailsTaking care of an aging parent, spouse, or loved one at home is challenging—some moments more-so than others. For instance, you and your elderly loved one may not agree on a bathing schedule. Often the elderly are resistant in this area. Bathing a parent or loved one can also be uncomfortable, and even embarrassing, for…
DetailsTechnology + Seniors ≠ Oil + Water For many seniors, learning how to use a new form of technology can be intimidating. A lot has changed since they were in their prime learning years. As such, many elderly individuals resist using technology at all. If your loved one is apprehensive about incorporating technology into their life,…
DetailsWhile winter is the season when people of all ages feel more lonely and cooped up due to the weather, for the elderly, loneliness is not just limited to winter. Loneliness can be a major problem all year round. With decreased mobility, less community engagement, and fewer visits from friends and loved ones, seniors can…
DetailsThere are other circumstances that require a more urgent need for a long-term care plan. If a loved one has recently been diagnosed with a degenerative disease, you will want to think about making plans as soon as possible. It is best to do this early, before their condition worsens. This is especially true in…
DetailsAs your loved one ages, it becomes more and more difficult for them to think clearly about the care they will need in the future. Mental clarity and astuteness wane, unexpected health conditions arise, and before you know it, you could be left making decisions about the care of your loved one, without their valuable…
DetailsThe latest US Census Bureau statistics are staggering and are indicative of the changing demographics of our country. It’s estimated that in 2016, approximately 50 million people in the US will be aged 65 and over, up from 43 million in 2012. That number continues to grow steadily. In fact, projections through the year 2050,…
DetailsWinter weather poses risks for everyone, but senior citizens need to exercise additional care when the mercury drops. If you are elderly or the caregiver to an elderly loved one, keep these five important winter safety reminders in mind as the weather worsens. Bundle up! While cold temperatures affect everyone, older adults are more vulnerable to…
DetailsTreating depression can be a tricky thing. Unfortunately, not all forms of depression respond well (or at all) to traditional treatments. But, a recent study may provide some surprising insight into one of the driving factors in depression. Depression & Inflammation According to this study, depression and inflammation are linked. More evidence regarding this connection…
DetailsThe Alzheimer’s Association estimates that approximately 5.3 million Americans are afflicted with Alzheimer’s disease. Currently, one in three seniors will die from Alzheimer’s or some other form of dementia. Such staggering statistics may seem dismal, but there is hope on the horizon with recent research findings. Researchers from the University of Southampton in England have…
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