Make the kitchen safer for seniors Health conditions like arthritis, low vision, frailty, stroke, or dementia can make everyday tasks challenging for older adults. With heat, liquids, and knives, working in the kitchen can be especially dangerous. We found 10 simple kitchen aids for seniors that increase safety, prevent accidents, and help them stay independent longer. Being able to perform everyday tasks…
Getting dressed can be challenging for seniors Arthritis, illness, surgery, or other health conditions can make it difficult for many seniors to get dressed and undressed. Getting dressed shouldn’t be a constant struggle or the reason that your older adult loses independence. Many inexpensive dressing aids are available today. We rounded up 10 simple and smart dressing aids that help older adults…
How to interview an in-home caregiver When hiring a caregiver for your older adult, you’re looking for someone who will be a good fit with your older adult and the care situation in their home. Use these interview questions as a guide for evaluating your job candidates. They’ll help you find someone responsible, trustworthy, and compassionate. You don’t have to ask all the…
Regular home safety check-ups keep seniors safe Spring is a great time to take a fresh look at your older adult’s home to make sure it’s as safe as possible. Hazards add up over time and increase the risk of falls or accidents – a top reason for seniors to lose mobility or decline in health. Regular home safety check-ups reduce fall…
Finding the right person to help care for your older adult can be tough. The top priorities are that they’re treated kindly and their care needs are met. But sometimes things don’t go smoothly and it’s difficult to know if there’s a real problem or not. Kathy Macaraeg from Caregiving Made Easy shares 6 signs that could mean there’s a serious issue…
Seniors are especially vulnerable during natural disasters Emergency preparedness tips for older adults increase their safety during a natural disaster. Seniors who need care are especially vulnerable during an emergency because they can’t easily get around and often have special healthcare needs. Creating an emergency kit and plan takes some effort, but it can mean the difference between developing a serious health…
Identify and fix the highest risk areas in the home first Falls are a leading cause of loss of independence for seniors; and they fall at an alarmingly high rate. In fact, more than 1 in 4 older adults falls each year, often causing serious injury. And after someone falls once, the chance that they’ll fall again doubles. We found a handy infographic that…
Hiring an in-home caregiver through a home care agency is expensive, but the services they provide could be worth the extra cost. Evan Kaden, a writer who helps with Medicaid’s CDPAP program, explains how agencies work, why they charge so much, and how they’re regulated. He also shares 4 essential things to ask each agency about before making a decision. It…
Clearing decades of memories is overwhelming Many older adults will eventually move to a smaller place, live with relatives, or need to clear out the clutter to make their living space safer. If you’re helping your older adult clear out their unnecessary belongings, you’re probably feeling overwhelmed by the mountain of stuff. We discovered a helpful service that not many people know about:…
When your senior refuses help One of the most frustrating parts of being a caregiver is dealing with an older adult who stubbornly refuses help. Many seniors get defensive and won’t admit that they need assistance. But when their health and safety are at risk, how do you convince them to accept help? Problem-solving tips from a geriatrician Dr. Leslie Kernisan, a San Francisco geriatrician,…
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