Caregiver burnout is one of the most preventable issues that can occur when caring for a senior loved one. Too often, burnout is the result of a well-meaning caregiver trying to do everything possible for his or her loved one but forgetting not to let stress go too far. Family caregivers should be wary of the following six causes of…
Even though age-related cognitive decline is a part of the aging process, there is quite a bit seniors can do to boost their brain health. Contrary to what doctors believed a few decades ago, they now know the human brain can rebuild and repair synapses at any age. For many seniors, building new brain cells and synapses only requires a…
According to the Institute on Aging, nearly 43 million Americans are currently caring for an aging loved one over the age of 65. While some of these people have the time and expertise to look after the elderly, many eventually need to consider asking for help. Here is a quick look at six reasons why an in-home caregiver might be…