Table of Content1 Go Over the Wishes Together2 Know What to Discuss3 Consult with Doctors & Lawyers4 Focus on Your Parent’s Needs As seniors approach the end of life, they may make specific requests for how they want everything to be handled, which may include instructions for care, methods for…
Table of Content1 A Variety of Underlying Causes2 A Lack of Understanding about Dementia Mechanisms3 The Difficulty of Applying Medications4 The Delay in Diagnosis5 A Lack of Funding If your senior loved one has been diagnosed with dementia, your first reaction will most likely be to start looking for treatments….
Table of Content1 Estate Planning2 Locating Resources for Care & Assistance3 Assisting with Qualification & Application for Public Benefits4 Guardianship & Conservatorship5 Educating Seniors & Family Members The laws regarding elder care often change as the aging population grows, leading to confusion and misinformation. Elder care attorneys provide legal advice…
Table of Content1 Keep Visits Regular2 Talk with the Primary Caregiver3 Encourage Kids to Ask Questions4 Get Kids Involved5 Let Kids Find Their Own Comfort Zones For children, going to visit grandparents can be an exciting experience. Grandparents are lenient, fun, and easy to get along with. When seniors are…
Table of Content1 1. Consume More Calcium & Vitamin D2 2. Lower Iron Intake3 3. Get Screened for Health Conditions4 4. Use Sunscreen5 5. Engage in Exercise6 6. Get Vaccinated7 7. Reduce Sodium Intake8 8. Exercise the Mind Aging affects men and women differently. While men are more likely to…
Table of Content1 Give Back to the Community2 Focus on Hobbies3 Fix Up the Home4 Learn a New Skill5 Go on a Trip Many retired seniors miss the excitement and stimulation of their old jobs and experience boredom. Retirees can use these tips to break free from boredom and learn…
Table of Content1 Contain Calcium 2 Provide Vitamin D3 Offer Additional Nutrients4 Contain Antihypertensive Properties5 Prevent Metabolic Syndrome 6 Help in Maintaining a Healthy Weight Older adults need to eat nutritious foods to maintain good health. Dairy products should be included in daily diets. However, seniors need to avoid calories from unnecessary…
Table of Content1 What Are Hallucinations?2 How Can I Help?3 How Can I Reassure My Loved One?4 What if Danger Is Present? Many seniors who are living with dementia often experience hallucinations. In the early stages of the condition, seniors will usually be able to see their perceptions as false,…
Table of Content1 1. Create a Social Media Profile2 2. Sign Up for a Class3 3. Volunteer4 4. Join an Exercise Group5 5. Work at Community Centers Being socially active can have several benefits for the physical and mental health of aging adults because it prevents isolation and depression. Here…
Table of Content1 Accept What You Feel2 Change Your Focus3 Get a Handle on Your Past4 Delegate Responsibilities Caregiver guilt arises from many different sources, but it all adds up to additional stress when you’re providing care for an elderly loved one. Use these strategies to manage your guilt before…