Aging is typically accompanied by an increased risk of falling, which can make it difficult for your senior loved one to safely get around his or her home, especially if you’re not able to provide constant supervision. Making the home safer is an important step you can take to help your loved one retain his or her cherished independence. Here…
As your senior loved one ages, he or she will need more support and care. It can be difficult for seniors to accept help because they may feel it means a loss of independence. Many caregivers worry this will affect their relationships with their loved ones. Taking certain steps will allow your relationship to continue to grow as your care…
While acne is more common in teenagers and young adults, seniors can also experience breakouts. There are many reasons seniors develop acne, ranging from hormonal changes to medication side effects. Here are a few ways people over the age of 60 can treat acne breakouts. Maintain a Healthy Skincare Regimen Acne is caused when pores are clogged by bacteria, dirt,…
The Stroke Awareness Foundation reports more than 795,000 people experience strokes every year. More than 60 percent of these individuals are over the age of 65. Hundreds of thousands of people assume caregiving duties for their recovering senior loved ones. The stroke caregiver role presents a number of difficult challenges. Meeting a Variety of Needs Two-thirds of stroke survivors experience…
Some seniors are perfectly capable of handling health appointments and related tasks. But there may come a time when you'll need to be more involved with this aspect of care, as may be the case if your aging loved one has chronic health conditions, mobility limitations, or a progressive form of dementia. With situations like these, you'll need to regularly…
The Stroke Awareness Foundation reports more than 795,000 people experience strokes every year. More than 60 percent of these individuals are over the age of 65. Hundreds of thousands of people assume caregiving duties for their recovering senior loved ones. The stroke caregiver role presents a number of difficult challenges. Meeting a Variety of Needs Two-thirds of stroke survivors experience…
You chose to be a family caregiver to give your senior loved one the support he or she needs to thrive. When you signed up for your role, one of the last things you might have considered is that you also need support. Family caregivers who can rely on multiple sources of assistance can also enhance the lives of their…
At some point, seniors with dementia display behaviors that aren’t typically characteristic of their personalities. They might become unusually sad, angry, aggressive, or frustrated, and the events may occur for a variety of reasons. You have the ability to calm your older loved one using different techniques that don’t include medications. Stay Calm The unusual behavior your loved one displays…
Sleep is important at any age, but it’s even more essential for older adults because they tend to benefit more from the recuperative effects of high-quality sleep. But for some older adults, enjoying sufficient sleep is easier said than done if a sleep-related disorder is involved. Below, you'll find five common sleep disorders in older adults along with some tips…
Statistics suggest approximately 300,000 older adults are hospitalized each year after experiencing hip fractures. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports women represent up to 75 percent of those with hip fractures. As the baby boomer generation ages, these numbers are likely to rise. Recent studies indicate vitamin D deficiencies contribute to falls and hip fractures and impede recovery.…