Including plenty of vegetables in a senior’s diet is important for optimal health. However, some vegetables may be even healthier than others. Kale and onions may not seem like the obvious choices, but they contain a wealth of nutrients that can boost your elderly loved one’s health. A professional caregiver…
Table of Content1 1. Encourage Physical Activity2 2. Consider Physical Therapy3 3. Promote Relaxation4 4. Suggest Medication5 5. Explore Alternative Treatments While pain isn’t necessarily a normal part of aging, it’s far too common among the elderly. Many seniors fail to report their pain to their loved ones, caregivers, and…
Table of Content1 1. Obesity2 2. Thyroid Disorders3 3. Genetics4 4. Late Pregnancy Though most women enter menopause somewhere between their mid-40s and mid-50s, some don’t experience this change until quite a few years later. There are many possible reasons late-onset menopause occurs, and here are some of the top…
Table of Content1 1. Increases Activity Levels2 2. Lowers Stress Levels3 3. Boosts Cognitive Health4 4. Minimizes Depression Risk5 5. Enhances the Grandkids’ Lives For many seniors, spending time with their grandchildren is one of their most cherished pastimes. Visits with the grandkids can also have tangible health benefits for…
Table of Content1 1. Eat a Heart-Healthy Diet2 2. Exercise More3 3. Eat More Fiber4 4. Consume More Antioxidants Families providing care need to pay close attention to their elderly loved ones’ health to reduce the risk of developing certain conditions, some of which they might even be unfamiliar with….
Table of Content1 1. Scheduling Conflicts2 2. Adjusting to Changing Needs3 3. Communicating Effectively4 4. Managing Role Reversal5 5. Not Finding Personal Time Managing stress is a daily occurrence for family caregivers who go above and beyond the call of duty to provide care for their loved ones. Knowing how…
Table of Content1 Exercise2 Adopt a Pet3 Check Out the Library4 Attend a Senior Center5 Join a Community Garden Group6 Get Plenty of Mental Stimulation Emotional wellbeing is especially important for seniors. The challenges of aging put our elderly loved ones at risk for loneliness and depression, which can have…
Table of Content1 Eating2 Bathing3 Grooming and Toileting4 Dressing Parkinson’s disease can make everyday tasks more challenging for seniors, but they don’t have to resign themselves to a lower quality of life. Here are some of the ways you can help your elderly loved one handle the disease and accomplish…
Table of Content1 Brainpower Diminishes with Age2 It’s Difficult to Learn New Things Later in Life3 Aging Means Decreased Happiness4 Independence Is Lost with Age5 Seniors Have Multiple Health-Related Issues6 Older Adults Shy Away from Newer Technologies7 Aging Adults Aren’t Interested in Close Relationships While aging can’t be avoided, many…
Table of Content1 Memory Loss2 Language Impairment3 Mood Swings Alzheimer’s disease affects one in three seniors, so it’s important for family caregivers to know about and recognize Alzheimer’s symptoms. If your senior loved one has been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s, being familiar with the condition can help you prepare to provide…