It’s possible that your parent is overwhelmed with the medications they are taking. Not only are they taking drugs that they cannot pronounce the names of, but they also may not understand when to take them or why they are needed. Some pills need to be taken with a full glass of water, others with milk, and some on an…
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…
Many seniors prefer to age in the comfort and familiarity of home, but they may need additional care to do this. Family members can help by providing care, but as a family caregiver, you may feel overwhelmed by the task of providing constant attention to an aging loved one. 24-hour care may be needed in some scenarios, while intermittent care…
Your mother or father may be getting older; however, age should not be a deterrent from taking a vacation. In fact, everyone needs a change of scenery and an opportunity to enjoy participating in activities that enhance their lives. Despite the fact your loved one may have in-home care services, this should not be an excuse for them not to…
Your parent gave you the gift of life, either through birth or guiding you throughout life. In his or her later years, you can give the gift of professional home care. If your mother or father has been diagnosed with a severe or advanced illness that may require assistance, this form of care may be palliative or hospice care. Both…
Senior home care providers understand that seniors often get bored during the day with nothing to do. Many seniors simply do not know the available options for them around their towns. The best way to get out and enjoy life, is to get up and explore. Stay Active We aren’t suggesting that your mother or father dislocate a hip or…
When your parent is ill and at the end of their life, chances are good you have done everything in your power to improve their comfort and quality of life through palliative care. Palliative care, like hospice, provides relief from the symptom of illness. About Palliative Care However, the focus is to improve quality of life. Palliative care does not…
Dementia patients experience severe or chronic pain but studies have shown they often receive fewer pain relief medications than healthy senior adults. This is in spite of the fact that other studies have shown that their incidence of pain is actually higher than other seniors, possibly affecting 45% to 80% of dementia sufferers. Why Dementia Patients are Not Treated for…
Long-term care insurance helps seniors cover the costs of assistance with the activities of daily living, such as eating, bathing and dressing. The insurance offers coverage for stays in nursing homes and assisted living facilities and provides coverage for home health care in the event seniors are unable to care for themselves or have a disability. While this form of…
