Table of Content1 Early Stage Communication2 Middle Stage Communication3 Late Stage Communication If your senior loved one has Alzheimer’s disease, staying connected with friends and family may become increasingly challenging for him or her. As the disease progresses, you’ll likely have to adapt your communication style based on your loved…
Table of Content1 1. Prevents Caregiver Burnout2 2. Helps Family Caregivers Stay Healthy for Their Loved Ones3 3. Teaches Families about New Strategies for Home Care4 4. Provides Care to Seniors Who Cannot Leave Home5 5. Gives Seniors New Social Opportunities6 6. Strikes a Comfortable Balance for Family Caregivers7 7….
Table of Content1 Vision Impairment2 Difficulty Moving3 Challenges with Speech4 Poor Memory5 Eating & Swallowing Issues When the blood carrying oxygen is unable to get to the brain, the cells will be damaged. Some brain cells will die, even if they’re without oxygen for only a couple of minutes. As…
Table of Content1 1. Name that Song2 2. Golf3 3. Monopoly4 4. Cup Stacking5 5. Card Games Mental and physical engagement are vital to the wellbeing of older adults. Therefore, family caregivers need to find fun and meaningful activities for their senior loved ones to do each day. Below are…
Table of Content1 1. Set Reasonable Expectations2 2. Recognize Signs of Burnout3 3. Take Care of Yourself4 4. Check Negative Thoughts5 5. Find an Appropriate Emotional Outlet Many caregivers experience guilt. While this emotion is understandable, it isn’t productive. If the guilt continues, family caregivers need to find positive ways…
Table of Content1 1. Schedule Activities Accordingly2 2. Be Respectful3 3. Base Tasks on Your Loved One’s Strengths4 4. Accept Support5 5. Be Realistic Caring for an aging parent with dementia requires many skills, including household management, effective communication, patience, and good decision-making. Developing a caregiving plan based on your…
Table of Content1 Seek Out Medical Specialists2 Research Parkinson’s Treatments & Medications3 Establish a Healthy Diet4 Focus on Physical Training5 Put a Support Team Together While caring for a senior loved one with Parkinson’s can be challenging, it’s important to remember you aren’t alone. With a solid support team and…
Table of Content1 1. Aloe Vera2 2. Arnica3 3. Chamomile4 4. Activated Charcoal5 5. Cayenne Pepper6 6. Comfrey7 7. Eucalyptus8 8. Ginger9 9. Peppermint While many seniors have well-stocked medicine cabinets, it’s often much safer to turn to natural treatments for minor ailments. Family caregivers can build holistic first aid…
Table of Content1 Make Every Penny Count2 Talk to Family Members3 Consider Moving In4 Watch Incidental Spending5 Consider Working Part-Time Finances can be challenging for family caregivers to plan. It’s important to manage money carefully during the time an elderly loved one needs to be looked after. Here are a…
Table of Content1 Lentils2 Beans3 Dried Fruits4 Seaweeds5 Whole Grains6 Dark Leafy Greens Seniors may follow a vegetarian diet for personal or health reasons. Whether your elderly loved one has a medical condition or not, eating this way can be great for his or her overall health. Even seniors who…