Many siblings find it challenging to navigate caring for elderly parents. All Home Care Matters explores 4 challenges of siblings working together and shares 5 tips for navigating these complex situations. As siblings, caring for elderly parents can be a complex and challenging experience that requires committed participation from everyone involved. Siblings may struggle with different expectations and priorities, balancing caregiving responsibilities…
Finding senior-friendly activities is especially challenging when the weather has been cold and harsh for months. We love these winter activities for seniors from Vive Health – they’re sure to add warmth and good cheer to everyone’s day. Are you on the lookout for ideas to keep your older adult active during these cold, wintry months? Depending on their mobility and health…
Talking with an older adult about sensitive subjects like aging and necessary lifestyle changes can be tricky. To make those conversations more successful, Paradise Living Centers shares 4 tips for talking with an aging parent and 3 tips for talking with someone who has Alzheimer’s or dementia. And even though they focus on aging parents, these tips can help you communicate with…
Many older adults go through major life changes that could make them more vulnerable to depression. But it’s heartbreaking to stand by and watch someone deal with depression or loneliness on their own. Zara Lewis shares 10 ways you can help your older adult cope with symptoms and improve their quality of life. According to WHO estimates, depression affects about 280 million…
Seniors with limited mobility are at serious risk for bed sores (pressure sores). Spending a significant amount of time sitting or lying down without changing position can lead to these potentially life-threatening wounds. Vive Health explains why bed sores are so deadly, causes, stages, and how to detect them before serious damage is done. If you are caring for an older adult…
When it comes to hiring a caregiver for your older adult, conducting a thorough and effective interview is essential. Janelle Leavell from CareVine shares 8 steps that help you navigate the process of interviewing a caregiver, from preparing beforehand to evaluating candidates after the interview. Many people find themselves in need of a compassionate, experienced, and reliable caregiver for their loved ones.…
Caregiving can be a scary and overwhelming responsibility. Whether you’re going to become a caregiver soon or are already caring for an older adult, you’ll likely benefit from these tips. All Home Care Matters shares 6 practical tips that help you prepare for family caregiving and feel more confident in the role. Preparing for caregiving helps you and your older adult If…
With fixed incomes and rising expenses, many older adults’ finances can end up strained. LendingTree shares 5 ways to help when aging parents are in financial trouble. You may have been financially dependent on your parents when you were younger, but as your parents get older, you may need to step in to help them manage their own finances. Fixed incomes, unexpected…
With many seniors taking multiple medications, it’s common for some to expire and others to be stopped when no longer needed. But how do you dispose of unwanted medication? Jess McLean shares tips for safe medication disposal and donation as well as protecting personal information and donating medical supplies. It’s not uncommon for medication to go unused, especially when a dose changes…
Admitting to bathroom accidents can be tough for seniors. They may try to cover it up by hiding signs of incontinence, which prevents them from getting the help they need to be comfortable, clean, and healthy. Aeroflow Healthcare explains why seniors might hide it and shares 3 tips for recognizing senior incontinence. Incontinence is a common condition in the United States, affecting…
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