A senior’s living arrangements are a crucial part of determining the need for home care. Clearwater families have a few considerations to keep in mind, such as whether their aging loved one is married or not or whether he or she still works or is retired. Overall health is also a key factor. The staff at Clearwater Home Care Assistance…
Many seniors manage multiple prescriptions, which could increase the risk of making a medication error. Older adults often forget to take the correct dosage at the right time, which puts their health in jeopardy. Here are some of the steps family caregivers can take to help their aging loved ones prevent medication mishaps. Invest in Pill Organizers Most pill organizers…
There's no getting around the fact that caregiving can be exhausting. Taking care of your aging parent while managing personal responsibilities could lead to mental and physical health issues and make you irritable if you aren’t getting enough sleep, and you may even find yourself taking out your irritation on your parent. Following these sleep hygiene tips may help you…
Regardless of age, obesity can lead to health conditions ranging from diabetes to asthma. For seniors, the associated health concerns can be life-threatening. Here are five ways to reduce the risk of obesity in seniors. 1. Choose the Right Food To lose weight, seniors need to modify their calorie intake. For healthy, sustainable weight loss, it’s important that seniors modify…
According to the CDC, nearly 800,000 Americans experience a stroke every year, and it’s currently one of the leading causes of long-term disability. While genetics play a role in the development of strokes, most of the risk factors can be controlled. Take a look at six risk factors for stroke all seniors should be aware of. 1. Type 2 Diabetes…
Almost everyone has a few unhealthy habits, and these habits become more dangerous as people age. Older adults often get set in their ways, so they resist changing their habits right when it becomes most essential to stop smoking, eat healthy, and exercise. Convincing your senior loved one to change his or her habits may be challenging, but the following…
Making new friends is important at every age, and seniors often discover it’s difficult to meet new people once they retire. If your aging loved one seems lonely, suggest a few of the following ideas to rebuild his or her social network. Pick Up a Part-Time Job or Volunteer Position Although your loved one may have retired, he or she…
You’ve searched long and hard, and you’ve finally found the perfect caregiver for your senior loved one. The next step is preparing the home. With a few safety modifications, your house can become an ideal environment for your loved one and the new caregiver. 1. Choose a Room Whether your parent is moving into your home or receiving care in…
Seniors need strong bones to prevent injuries that could limit their abilities. However, they’re also at risk for losing bone mass as they age that could cause them to experience a dangerous fracture. You can use these bone-building tips to help your aging loved one strengthen and build his or her bone mass. 1. Start with a Baseline Bone mass…
Aromatherapy has been used by many different cultures for thousands of years for relieving anxiety, depression, and insomnia. Ancient Egyptians were known to use scents in body oils and perfumes. Recently, geriatric psychiatrist Alistair Burns explained that aromatherapy is also useful for minimizing the less-than-desirable symptoms commonly demonstrated by people with Alzheimer’s. The Research Scientists from the University of Manchester…