Practical Tips

find humor in caregiving

Find Humor in Caregiving to Ease Tension and Boost Mood

Caregiving has its funny moments Funny moments can happen while you’re caring for an older adult. Of course, chronic illnesses...

Senior care during the coronavirus pandemic

COVID-19 / Practical Tips

Senior Care During the Coronavirus Pandemic

Coronavirus worries add stress to caring for older adults. Rebecca Rushing, BSN, RN, from FirstLight Home Care shares advice on...

Use a dementia journal to solve challenging behaviors and make caregiving easier

Alzheimer's & Dementia / Practical Tips

Keeping a Dementia Journal Makes Caregiving Easier: 7 Things to Track

Feel more in control by taking notes on dementia symptoms Caring for someone with Alzheimer’s or dementia can feel like...

visiting aging parents

Holiday / Practical Tips

3 Things to Do While Visiting Aging Parents or Relatives for the Holidays

Take advantage of your holiday visit to check on older adults During the holidays, many people will be visiting their aging...

Tips and help for caregivers: How to wash hair for elderly at home.

How to Wash Hair for Someone Who Is Bedridden [Video]

Some people need to have their hair washed in bed Some older adults can’t bathe using a tub or shower...

long distance caregiving tips

Long Distance Caregiving Tips: A Comprehensive Guide

Caregiving from a distance is challenging When you live far away from an older adult you’re caring for, you might...

senior foot care

Medical Conditions / Practical Tips

8 Essential Senior Foot Care Tips for Improved Health

Healthy feet help seniors stay as mobile, balanced, and independent as possible. To reduce the risk of foot problems that could...

taking seniors on outings

8 Practical Tips for Enjoyable Outings with Seniors

Taking seniors on a fun outing can seem like a major challenge. But with advance planning, it can be an...

how to dress an elderly person

5 Top Tips Make It Easier to Help Seniors Get Dressed

Getting dressed and undressed is an everyday task that’s challenging for many older adults. A variety of health conditions can...

caring for aging parents

7 Things You Should Never Say to Your Aging Parents

When helping aging parents, we may accidentally say things that make them upset or disrespected. To make conversations more positive...

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