Caregivers caring for their elderly loved ones can find it rewarding, but also extremely difficult, demanding and stressful. Senior caregivers must balance other responsibilities and make significant sacrifices to provide care. It is therefore important to be proactive in combatting burnout. Senior caregivers can become isolated in carrying out their responsibilities. Their other relationships can suffer and other family members…
The holiday season is a great time to take action to preserve family memories so that they will not be forgotten when the family matriarchs and patriarchs no longer remember or are no longer there to share them. Preserving family history and memories does not have to be complex. Seniorcare experts recommend several options for preserving family history and memories…
Holidays can be a tough time for individuals with Alzheimer’s, as well as those providing them care, and other friends and family. The reality of the situation can come to light during the holidays. It may be that one or two people have been providing care and suddenly the rest of the family is exposed to the changes in their…
Caring for an aging parent or family member who is struggling with Alzheimer’s is challenging. Family caregivers often struggle with knowing whether or not they are making the best decisions for their loved one. Since Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia can manifest very differently, there are unique challenges that must be acknowledged and addressed. Whether dealing with irritability and…
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. In order to prevent senior hunger and malnutrition, there are several things that senior care givers should consider regarding the diet, health…
