Parkinson’s is a central nervous system disorder that impacts everyone differently. However, there are treatments older adults can use to manage the condition and maintain a high quality of life. Continue reading to learn what you can do to provide adequate treatment for a senior loved one with Parkinson’s disease. Medication Management Most doctors prescribe medications, such as levodopa and…
For seniors with dementia and their caregivers, life can sometimes seem overwhelming, but fun and purposeful activities can reduce stress and bring them closer together. However, family caregivers need to plan projects carefully and choose tasks that boost mood and provide brain stimulation for their aging loved ones. Here are some tips on how to plan activities for a loved…
Just about everyone has moments of forgetfulness, such as forgetting to turn off the iron, lock the door, or shut off the stove. However, severe memory loss, especially in aging adults, may be a sign of something more serious, such as Alzheimer’s. Here are six signs and symptoms of Alzheimer's disease in seniors you should know about so you can…
Following a healthy diet during the stroke recovery process can boost your senior loved one’s brain health and restore many of the functions that were lost due to the brain attack. Healthy eating can also lower the risk of a recurrent stroke. Take a look at some of the best foods for senior stroke survivors and the benefits of each…
As part of the 2010 Affordable Care Act, the federal government developed the Hospital Readmissions Reduction Program. Since the program’s implementation, readmissions have been reduced. Experts believe these rates can continue to decrease by finding solutions to common reasons for hospital readmissions, such as those listed below. 1. Premature Hospital Discharge When seniors are released from the hospital prematurely, their…
In-home respite care is more than temporary relief for families. It’s also a source of companionship and skilled care for older adults. However, you may be wondering if there are any drawbacks to respite care. Having a professional caregiver come into the home can give family caregivers time off without compromising their aging loved one’s safety, which is why respite…
If your senior loved one has a stroke, it’s reasonable to expect that his or her cognitive abilities will change. For the most part, reasoning and memory skills get better over time, but it does take work to regain these abilities. The following cognitive exercises can be done at home to help your loved one supplement his or her prescribed…
If you take care of a senior loved one with Parkinson’s disease, you’ll likely run into at least a few challenges in the coming years. Seniors who have Parkinson’s often experience many different symptoms, and you’ll need to have a solid care plan in place if you want to take those issues in stride. Here are a few simple and…
Statistics indicate 20 to 30 percent of elderly people who’ve been hospitalized return to the hospital within a year after being discharged. Each new hospital stay can be detrimental for an older adult. There are many different reasons readmissions pose a risk for seniors. 1. Infections Elderly people often have weakened immune systems secondary to the aging process, so they’re…
If you care for a senior loved one with dementia, he or she may behave aggressively at times. One minute your loved one seems calm, and the next minute you wonder what just happened. Even if you know to expect the unexpected, when a loved one has dementia, aggressive acts can still catch you by surprise. Don't give up hope.…