Many families make the mistake of believing home care and home healthcare are interchangeable terms. Even though the two types of care might sound very similar, there are some significant differences between them. To help you decide which type of care your aging loved one needs, here are a few of…
Keeping up with paperwork is never fun, but it’s important for family caregivers to stay on top of their senior loved ones’ medical information. As you create your caregiving plan, keep these four reasons in mind regarding why you need to keep your loved one’s medical records organized. 1. Guard…
The challenges of caregiving can be stressful and negatively affect your wellbeing. However, with a good plan in place, you can survive as a family caregiver and continue to provide high-quality assistance to your senior parent. Below are some tips that can help you maintain excellent mental, physical, and emotional…
Most seniors realize they should exercise, but many don’t know exactly how much physical activity they actually need. While exercising in the senior years can be difficult, a little bit of activity can greatly enhance almost every facet of an older adult’s physical and mental health. The Importance of Exercising…
Many foods are nutritious and recommended because they boost physical and mental health. However, there are foods and food additives that increase the risk of dementia. Older adults can protect their cognitive function by limiting or avoiding the following foods. Beer The beer-making process often involves adding ingredients that contain…
Being a family caregiver comes with a lot of responsibilities that could affect your physical wellbeing. If you have to lift a senior loved one often or spend a considerable amount of time on your feet, you could end up having back pain. Keep the following tips in mind for…
Many seniors experience elevated blood pressure, or hypertension, which can lead to strokes and heart attacks. As one in three Americans have hypertension, it’s important to help your elderly loved one take steps to reduce his or her blood pressure. Read on to learn about four steps you can take…
Being overweight and living a sedentary lifestyle are risk factors for diabetes, and seniors have an elevated chance of developing the condition. However, promoting general health and wellness can help seniors prevent diabetes. Encourage your aging loved one to implement the following lifestyle changes to avoid diabetes. Encourage Good Nutrition…
The golden years tend to result in an increased risk of physical health conditions, but this isn’t the only issue seniors face. There’s also a potential risk of emotional health issues because seniors are going through a lot of life changes, illnesses, and other issues that can be difficult to…
Most people enjoy indulging in something sweet from time to time, and seniors are no exception. There are many reasons older adults might crave sweet foods. The sight of a luscious dessert may be difficult to resist. However, when your elderly loved one prefers sweet foods constantly, there might be…