Many older adults love to make their own snacks and meals, but the kitchen can be a dangerous place. Those who have physical impairments or issues with memory could experience injuries while cooking. Here are a few tips you can use to make sure the kitchen is as safe as possible for your aging loved …
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For seniors who live on fixed incomes, high energy bills can be difficult to manage. These expenses can be especially devastating during the warmest and coldest months of the year, when the HVAC system is constantly running. Here are a few simple tips seniors and caregivers can use to keep their energy consumption to an …
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The cold winter months can mean increased joint pain for seniors who have arthritis and other joint disorders. A 2007 study done by researchers at Tufts University found that for every 10-degree drop in temperature, participants with joint disorders had increased pain. The increased pain is most likely due to increasing barometric pressure, which can …
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Being family caregivers allows individuals to bond with their senior loved ones, but it can be a stressful job that triggers many damaging emotions. Family caregivers need to learn more about these emotions and how they can handle them. Here are some of the most common emotions caregivers experience. 1. Loneliness Caring for your loved …
Having strong arms isn’t just necessary for younger people who play sports or work in physically challenging environments. Maintaining arm strength in the golden years can help seniors easily accomplish daily tasks and prevent injuries. Seniors can use these six tips to strengthen their arm muscles and boost their overall health. 1. Try Light Weights …
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Good oral hygiene is important for people of all ages, but the elderly have a greater risk of developing certain dental problems. If your senior loved one’s daily hygiene habits aren’t properly maintained, this risk may increase. Here’s a list of common senior dental problems to watch for. Dry Mouth Dry mouth is a result …
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People who have been the primary caregiver to an elderly loved one know the job can be difficult at times. Even though you feel good about the choice you’ve made to help your loved one, caregiving can be physically, emotionally, and mentally draining. This is where respite care can help. Respite care allows you the …
No matter how healthy your senior loved one seems to be, there will most likely come a time when he or she regularly needs some type of assistance around the home. It’s always better to err on the side of caution and make sure your parent has plenty of help well before any injuries or …
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It can be challenging to communicate with seniors who have Alzheimer’s. They may not be able to follow conversational logic or react appropriately to social cues. However, there are several effective ways to navigate conversations with an aging loved one who is living with Alzheimer’s. 1. Don’t Argue Alzheimer’s inhibits the ability to process and …
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Some seniors face challenges when it comes to bathing. As mobility and balance decrease, seniors are at greater risk for falling on slippery floors or failing to step over a high bathtub ledge. Fortunately, you can help your senior loved one prevent an injury by using the following bathroom safety strategies. 1. Install Grab Bars …
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