Private home care services offer assistance with more than just required needs; they are an extension of the family and home. The best caregiver(s) you can provide your mother or father are those who understand their needs and provide compassionate support. While no caretaker is perfect, those who are truly dedicated get very close. A good care provider will engage…
Your mother or father may not be ill or cognitively impaired, but over time some of the everyday tasks that he or she once did independently may become more involved. It’s not that your mother is no longer cleaning her home, her eyesight may not be as clear and focused. She may be missing not only specs of dust, but…
If you have considered home care assistance for your mom or dad, you probably have thought about your parent’s needs and most likely are overwhelmed. Most adult children find this to be a challenging stage in both their parent’s life and theirs even if they believe they have discussed the situation and made decisions as to how they will provide…
Is your mom or dad’s health failing? Do you have concerns that assisted living facilities will not meet their needs? Is your schedule too demanding to oversee or assist with your parent’s daily support requirements? Lastly, are your decisions based on emotions or facts? You will not be the first, nor will you be the last family to make decisions…
It used to be that elderly home care services were specifically for bedridden or house-bound individuals. However, times are changing and many care providers offer much more than this type of care. Aging adults are focusing on a healthier lifestyle whether which includes less fast food, more nutritionally balanced meals and exercising. In home care is fast becoming an important…
You may think you know your parent but many adult children are out of touch with their elderly mother or father’s feelings and needs. It is important to get reacquainted so you can understand how to help them moving forward. When you once lived in your parent’s home, you may have known your mom or dad’s political likes and dislikes…
Many studies suggest that many people believe service dogs are only for the seeing and hearing impaired, but research and practical experience has proven that those with dementia or Alzheimer’s also experience benefits from having pet therapy. With 5.3 million Americans suffering from limited cognition, four-legged creatures are being trained to bring the world back into their lives though pet…
Neither you nor your parent should limit your housing options as you age. It is to both of your advantage to know what your choices are. Senior housing is not a one size fits all solution and despite the fact that many today want to age in place, your loved one’s house may need some modifications to make it safe. …
It’s possible that your parent is overwhelmed with managing the medications they are taking. Not only are they taking drugs that they cannot pronounce the names of, but they also may not understand when to take them or why they are needed. Some pills need to be taken with a full glass of water, others with milk, and some on…
Nutritional guidelines have changed over the years. When you were a child in your parent’s home, it was mom or dad providing you with a meal plan that was healthy. Your mom or dad most likely know they should be choosing foods from the food pyramid to maintain their health and wellness. Now that they are aging, and possibly living…
