Home caregivers play an essential role in the lives of those they care for. They provide not only physical assistance but also emotional support, ensuring their clients can maintain a higher quality of life. Here’s an inside look at a typical day in the life of a home caregiver. Morning Routine & Personal Care A …
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Providing home care to a senior loved one can be overwhelming at times. As a result, it’s essential for family caregivers to also care for themselves. The following tips can help you focus on your own health and wellbeing so you can provide your loved one with the best care possible. 1. Take Time …
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After developing serious illnesses or sustaining injuries, many seniors need occupational therapy to get their lives back on track and perform their daily duties. Here are some ways this type of therapy helps. 1. Assists Seniors with Dementia If your elderly loved one has dementia, an occupational therapist can assess his or her cognitive …
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The emotional outbursts your senior loved one with dementia displays can be upsetting for both of you. Seniors with dementia tend to act out when they want their caregivers’ attention or are feeling discomfort. You may also find there’s sometimes no obvious reason for your loved one’s challenging behavior. While you might feel like throwing …
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Retirement can be a mixed blessing for seniors. On one hand, there’s something to be said for well-deserved free time. On the other hand, there’s the question of what to do with all that extra free time, especially for seniors used to busy schedules. The key to enjoying retirement is to develop an active lifestyle …
Seniors who experience pain due to arthritis often take prescription medication to relieve their aches. However, there are many popular natural treatments offering similar benefits without the side effects of medications. Here are a few ways elderly people can treat arthritis naturally. Massage Therapy According to research conducted by Tiffany Field at the University …
Though there are many reasons for seniors to go online, social media has proven to be one of the most popular and beneficial reasons. Social media has proven to be a fun way for seniors to keep their minds engaged, but it can also provide them with many other important benefits. Increase Social Engagement Getting …
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Caring for a senior loved one from a long distance may seem daunting. When you suddenly face having to care for your loved one, you may wonder how you’ll manage it from afar. Fortunately, there are resources designed specifically to help you care for your senior parent. For example, an in-home care team can assist …
Reducing the risk of Alzheimer’s may seem like a daunting task if seniors believe the measures they take only have effects over time. However, it’s possible to do a few quick things throughout the day that have a more immediate impact on cognitive health. Here are a few steps your aging loved one can take …
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Taking on the role of family caregiver brings about many emotions, some positive and some negative. When the role becomes overwhelming, a caregiver’s anxiety levels may increase, putting his or her health in jeopardy. Family caregivers should use the following tips to manage caregiving-related anxiety, boost their health, and prevent caregiver burnout. Exercise More …
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