Aging comes with a unique set of commonly held misconceptions. Physical and cognitive conditions that are known to primarily affect older people do not necessarily affect all seniors alike or affect some of them at all. Here are common misconceptions about aging and health and the everyday realities. Perceptions about aging and health can be either positive or negative. For…
When is the right time to start talking with mom and dad about additional help? In many instances seniors are determined to live independently and remain in the home and neighborhood that they love. In addition, they often refuse any type of help. There are several signs that we should watch out for which will tell us that it is…
Use these tips to help you cope with family conflict during your caregiving journey with a senior with Alzheimer’s disease.
Caregiving for a vulnerable senior is a long-term commitment, one that not everyone is willing or able to enter into. Due to any number of causes, an adult child or other relative may not serve as a primary caregiver. The reluctance, however, in no way means abandonment or indifference. What are examples of personality mismatches? An individual’s personality influences his…
It’s a blessing when an aging parent lives in close proximity to her adult children. Sons or daughters are able to provide the level of support the elderly parent needs as her condition grows increasingly fragile. Whether living near or long-distance, siblings may have differing views on their parent’s home care. Squabbles between siblings are common and lead to more…
Frailty can make it very difficult for seniors to take care of themselves within their homes. You can help your senior loved ones continue to live at home with frailty with home modifications and improved diet and exercise. You can also have a home care professional help with elder care services. Read this blog article to learn more. How to…
With the aging of the U.S. population, confronting the need for nursing home care is an increasingly common challenge for families. According to a 2010 Kaiser Family Foundation study, over 1.3 million Americans currently reside in nursing homes. A 2012 Ohio State University report found that a majority (52 percent) of women and a third (32 percent) of men will…
