Table of Content1 Walking2 Pumping Iron3 Dancing4 Stretching Some seniors tend to wake easily, have difficulty falling asleep, and often experience insomnia, making a good night’s sleep seem impossible. However, research suggests exercise can help seniors have more restful nights. After clearing a new physical routine with your loved one’s physician,…
Table of Content1 Allow Independence2 Monitor Medication Side Effects3 Explain Unfamiliar Procedures4 Seek Help Alzheimer’s causes cognitive deficits, which can pose challenges for both seniors and their caregivers. Fortunately, there are things you can do to help your aging loved one handle the disease. Here’s a guide to caring for…
Table of Content1 Obtain Contact Information2 Understand Prescribed Medications3 Plan Ongoing Care Management Transitioning from the hospital to home can be complicated and overwhelming for a senior and his or her loved ones. It’s not uncommon for things to become confusing if the parties involved are unsure what questions to…
Table of Content1 High Fiber Content2 Anti-Inflammatory Properties3 Low Levels of Processed Sugar4 Heart-Healthy Elements In 2002, a report from the World Health Organization claimed 4 of the 20 countries with the highest life expectancies were in the Mediterranean region (France, Italy, Spain, and Greece). This is likely due in…
Table of Content1 1. Maintain Good Hygiene2 2. Get Vaccinated3 3. Quit Smoking4 4. Live a Healthy Lifestyle Because the impact of pneumonia is far greater on seniors than it is on people in other age groups, it’s important for families to help their elderly loved ones remain healthy and…
Table of Content1 1. Behavioral Changes2 2. Difficulty Planning & Organizing3 3. Discomfort with Change4 4. Difficulty Following Stories5 5. Poor Judgment A memory condition affecting one out of every three seniors, dementia is characterized by symptoms that can make everyday life dangerous for seniors. To ensure you can detect…
Table of Content1 1. Purchase a Shower Chair2 2. Install a Handheld Shower Head3 3. Use Soap on a Rope4 4. Adjust Water Temperature Of the many symptoms of Parkinson’s, tremors in the body are some of the most common. As a result, seniors with the condition often have limited…
Table of Content1 Be Aware 2 Find Ways to Maintain Balance3 Encourage Social Connections4 Make Simple Lifestyle Modifications 5 Maintain a Positive Attitude Emotional health is just as significant as physical wellbeing because it can greatly affect a senior’s quality of life. When he or she is emotionally healthy, your aging loved…
Table of Content1 1. Develop a Realistic Plan2 2. Explain the Benefits3 3. Customize the Plan Accordingly4 4. Make the Changes Together5 5. Celebrate Milestones6 6. Be Empathetic Following a healthy lifestyle can boost a senior’s quality of life and increase longevity. As a family caregiver, you need to encourage…
Table of Content1 Take a Dance Class2 Donate Handmade Items3 Start a Blog4 Learn about Nutrition It’s easy for seniors to run out of things to do after retiring, but it’s important for them to remain socially and mentally stimulated. Here are a few creative ways seniors can make the…