Our parents guided our first steps, making sure we were safe and catching us when we fell. As we get older, our roles often change, and many adult children take on the role of being caregivers for their parents. Part of that role involves ensuring our parents’ physical safety, much like they ensured ours when we were growing up. Slips,…
Stress can play a major role in life, regardless of a person’s age. For seniors, stress can become overwhelming as they manage finances, decreasing independence, the loss of family members and friends, and failing health. This is why it’s important for older adults and their loved ones to have a number of stress relief mechanisms in place. Here are a…
Wandering is one of the many symptoms of dementia in aging adults. However, wandering is usually caused by some triggering event that can be managed to prevent seniors from getting lost. It’s necessary for family caregivers to understand what causes wandering so they can help their senior loved ones address this behavior and lead healthy lives. Consider these possible causes…
Vitamins and minerals offer a variety of health benefits for aging adults, including restoring energy, boosting memory, enhancing mood, and promoting a high quality of life. As a family caregiver, you need to encourage your senior loved one to consume an adequate amount of nutrients each day, whether it’s via foods, beverages, or supplements. Here are some of the best…
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports a woman’s risk of developing breast cancer increases with age. If you have a senior loved one who is over 65, it’s important to be aware of the common risk factors for breast cancer and know how to help her take the appropriate preventative measures. 1. Being Overweight After Menopause After…
Feeling lonely can significantly increase a senior’s risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease. Although most people think the causes of Alzheimer’s are largely related to genetics and various environmental factors, emotional health is a critical point to consider as well, particularly as it pertains to feelings of loneliness. A Lack of Meaningful Relationships Affects Brain Health In 2011, the Amsterdam Study…
Loss of eyesight can make it difficult for older adults to perform daily activities, such as cooking, cleaning, bathing, and navigating the home without assistance. Continue reading to learn about some of the top reasons seniors lose their eyesight. Macular Degeneration One of the leading causes of vision loss in seniors over the age of 65 is macular degeneration. The…
The foods seniors eat after surgery could have a positive or negative impact on their recovery. Eating the right foods can prevent high sugar and blood pressure levels, constipation, and other health complications. Here are some of the healthy foods your senior loved one needs to eat so he or she can heal while recovering from surgery. 1. Whole Grains…
Family caregivers are some of the most generous and caring people you’ll ever meet. In fact, it’s common for them to act like everything is fine even when they’re completely exhausted. Even if family caregivers appear to be doing great, giving them support provides these benefits for them and their senior loved ones. Caregivers Are Susceptible to Illnesses & Injuries…
Most family caregivers take on the role without any experience or training, which can make it more challenging to care for a loved one with an age-related condition such as dementia. Caregivers often don’t know what type of tasks to take on, which foods their loved ones should avoid, or the choices they need to make in emergencies. However, you…