What can you do when your loved one gets out of the hospital but needs more help than you are qualified or able to give? Will Medicare pay for in home care? The answer is maybe. When a loved one is sick or recovering from a serious illness or surgery, he or she might need skilled nursing care, specialized therapy,…
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Our older adults in senior care require proper nutrition just as much as younger adults. It’s important for people of all ages to eat a healthy variety of foods, including daily fruits and vegetables, with high-quality protein, nuts, seeds, and legumes. Reducing red meat, lunchmeats, processed foods, and sugary snacks is smart. Our bodies need to absorb vitamins and minerals…
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Have you ever misplaced your keys? This is normal. Have you met someone and forgotten his or her name within a minute? This shouldn’t cause worry either. These are both normal memory lapses that people deal with occasionally. When memory loss begins to affect quality of life because of forgetting appointments or getting lost in a familiar neighborhood, these problems…
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Benefits of In Home Care vs. Nursing Homes Aging becomes especially hard when we realize we can no longer live independently without assistance. Sometimes it’s a result of an injury or surgery. Sometimes it’s simply the aging process. Sometimes it’s a diagnosis of dementia or another life-changing illness. Regardless of what creates the need for assistance, how does one decide…
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Providing Nutrition to Someone in Stroke Care Loved ones who require stroke care may be challenged with eating independently. They may have difficulty chewing and swallowing, or it might be too hard to get arms and hands to move smoothly enough to get food into the mouth. Ask your medical team for assistance if your loved one in stroke care…
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Scammers know that the elderly are more likely to be sympathetic and generous to their pleads for help and assistance so they are often targeted by phone, email, and in person. Family with aging loved ones must be cautious. Older adults are typically on a fixed income and financial scammers can cost them their future security. Adult children and other…
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It’s typical for an aging adult to initially reject the idea of caregiver assistance, but eventually, there is a realization that additional help is needed. People are usually more agreeable and open to the idea once the advantages to senior care are understood. Caregivers increase the level of personal safety in the home, as well as provide additional social engagement….
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Being a caregiver is demanding and there are many things that can’t be controlled so it’s best to stop chasing perfection. Just aim to do your best job possible and learn from past mistakes. As a caregiver, you’re under more stress than an average person, but if you don’t acknowledge and respect that fact, you’ll be subject to caregiver burnout….
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Sudden mental confusion and irrational behavior are possible indicators of either delirium or dementia, making it pretty easy for caregivers to mix up the two illnesses. However, dementia and delirium are two very different health issues, making it vitally important for caregivers and clinical staff to recognize the differences. Delirium is a life-threatening issue requiring immediate care that often affects…
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Staying active is vital to good health, regardless of age. Everyone needs a regular physical activity for adequate balance, strength, and cardiovascular health. Regular exercise can also reduce the threat of chronic diseases. Older adults can enhance their health and vitality by increasing physical activity levels. Remember that it’s important to start slowly and gradually increase intensity. Walking is Always…
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