After retirement, the social networks that were built up around work may begin to fade. The work world that a retiree held in common with coworkers and other professionals when he or she was employed is no longer as central to the retiree’s life. The natural networks for developing relationships – school, work and activities related to raising a family…
A conversation most adult children don’t look forward to having with their aging parent is about the parent’s future lifestyle options, especially when it involves possible changes in lifestyle and the potential need for institutional or home care. As health issues arise, or simply with the effects of the normal process of aging on mind and body, most adult children…
As parents age, many adult children find themselves having to balance their own career with providing sufficient home care to their parents. Priorities need to be set, choices have to be made, and open communication needs to be established, both in the workplace and at home. Challenges of Family Caregivers More women have entered the workforce and established a career…
It is a sad fact that many seniors are going hungry. Hunger and malnutrition are significant problems among elderly populations, and seniors who live on their own are at particular risk for suffering from hunger and inadequate nutrition. Preventing Senior Hunger and Malnutrition To prevent senior hunger and malnutrition, there are several things that senior caregivers should consider regarding the…
If the home care assistance you chose to care for your parent don’t create a safe and healthy environment for your mom or dad, you selected the wrong provider. Caregivers are trained to maintain the dignity and self-respect of your mom or dad. Age, health, or economic status has no bearing on how your loved one should be treated; they…
When your mom or dad suffers a stroke, it impacts the whole family. Not only is your parent suddenly in need of home care assistance, but everyone connected to mom or dad may need support. It’s simply impossible to prepare a family for the stress a stroke has on their loved one. A stroke not only leaves your parent confused…
Age has nothing to do with feeling old. For some, feeling old may begin at an early age due to chronic illnesses and acute incidents that exacerbate their health conditions. But most adults want to stay as young and independent as long as they can, even with senior home care. The term “senior home care” may put some people off,…
It’s common for seniors to feel confused about their medication needs; there may be too many do’s and don’ts. But home care services may be able to provide the unique solution to both your parent’s and your needs. Medication Reminders for Seniors Medications can cause a variety of problems, specifically for aging seniors. If you have medical concerns for your…
Nutritional guidelines have changed over the years. When you were a child in your parent’s home, it was mom or dad providing you with a meal plan that was healthy. Your mom or dad most likely know they should be choosing foods from the food pyramid to maintain their health and wellness. Now that they are aging, and possibly living…
Caring for an aging loved one can be a daunting job. At first, one jumps at the chance to be the primary family caregiver. Showering the senior in your life with attention and compassion is extremely rewarding. However, as the months roll on and turn into years or even decades, the caregiving task gradually leads to exhaustion and feelings of…
