This Fall, Keep Seniors Safe: How to Protect the Elderly from Scams and Fraud

Sep222025Assisting Handsfinancial tips, senior safety

Scams targeting seniors increase during the fall months, especially with Medicare open enrollment, holiday giving, and seasonal home repair offers. Older adults are frequently targeted due to their trusting nature, financial stability, or cognitive decline. According to the FBI, financial elder abuse costs seniors more than $3 billion each year. This season, families can take proactive steps to protect aging...

Disaster Planning for Seniors: How to Stay Safe During Emergencies

Aug112025Assisting Handscaregiving tips, home care, senior safety

Disasters can strike without warning and put people’s lives at risk. Older adults are particularly vulnerable during emergencies due to mobility challenges, medical conditions, or cognitive impairments. Natural disasters such as hurricanes, heat waves, and wildfires can be especially dangerous for seniors, making it crucial to have a solid plan in place. From creating emergency kits to ensuring access to...

Symptoms of Dehydration in Seniors: What Every Caregiver Should Know

Jul302025Assisting Handscaregiving tips, personal care, senior health

Staying properly hydrated is crucial for the human body to function optimally. However, older adults are particularly vulnerable to dehydration, as their sense of thirst naturally diminishes with age. Caregivers must remain attentive and watch for signs of dehydration to ensure the well-being of those in their care. Why Seniors Are More Vulnerable to Dehydration An older adult’s thirst mechanism…

How to Prevent Body Odor in Seniors

Jun232025Assisting Handselder care, personal care, senior health

Hormonal changes, lifestyle factors, and the natural aging process can cause older adults to develop a distinct body odor known as nonenal. This scent, often associated with seniors, can sometimes be unpleasant. However, caregivers can take steps to help reduce and manage foul odor in their aging loved ones. Here’s what you need to know about nonenal odor and how…

Why Do Elderly People Have Red Feet? Causes, Treatments & Senior Care Tips

May282025Assisting Handselderly care, senior health, senior safety

As people age, their bodies undergo numerous changes that can lead to various health concerns, including reddened feet. Factors such as medical conditions, thinning skin, and medication side effects often contribute to this issue. For caregivers, understanding the causes of red feet in the elderly is essential for offering effective relief. Redness or a purplish hue in a senior’s skin…

How to Stop an Elderly Parent from Spending Too Much Money

Apr212025Assisting Handsfinancial tips, home care, senior care

When aging parents engage in impulsive spending, such as purchasing a new television and tablet in a single shopping spree, it can raise concerns for their adult children. To ensure seniors don’t outspend their savings, it’s crucial to initiate open and thoughtful conversations about finances. Here are some practical strategies caregivers and families can use to address this sensitive topic….

Understanding Tylenol Side Effects in the Elderly

Mar182025Assisting Handspersonal care, senior safety

For many, Tylenol is a go-to solution for quick pain relief. However, it’s crucial to understand how to use it safely, especially for elderly individuals. If an older loved one relies on Tylenol regularly and takes other medications, it’s important to be aware of potential risks and safety guidelines. In this article, we’ll explore what Tylenol is, its common side…

What to Do When a Senior Falls: Step-By-Step Guide

Feb122025Assisting Handscaregiving tips, fall prevention, senior safety

Falls are a leading cause of serious injuries among older adults. According to the CDC, one in four Americans aged 65 and older experiences a fall every year, making slips and falls the most common cause of injuries in seniors. Preventing falls and understanding how to respond when they occur are vital steps in reducing the risk of serious harm….

The Best Natural Methods to Increase Sodium for Seniors

Jan212025Assisting Handselderly care, senior health, senior safety

Maintaining proper sodium levels is essential for the body to function effectively, especially for seniors. If you or a senior loved one has experienced low sodium levels or related complications, understanding the importance of balanced sodium levels is crucial. In this article, we will explore why sodium is vital for older adults, the common causes of sodium deficiencies in seniors,…

Can Head Trauma Increase the Risk of Dementia?

Dec262024Assisting Handsdementia care, memory care, senior care, senior safety

Head traumas can occur from numerous causes, like a vehicle accident, a fall, or being hit by an object. Certain head traumas can increase the risk for dementia years later. Seniors should follow fall prevention strategies to avoid falling and suffering head trauma. In the United States, it is estimated that 1.7 million people suffer from a head injury each…

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