Did you know that America’s elderly population (defined as those age 65 or older) is set to double by 2060? There are some 46 million people who belong to that demographic today, and by 2060, their numbers will increase to 98 million. The Baby Boomer generation is redefining our notion of retirement, too. They are continuing to work and in some cases,…
Families who opt to hire an in-home caregiver to provide compassionate assistance to a loved one may at first feel reluctant to do so. The resistance stems from an increasingly common phenomenon known as caregiver’s guilt. Primary caregivers, who are often family members, may unnecessarily feel the need to perform all caregiving tasks themselves. An elderly loved one in a…
Spring is a season we all look forward to. Leaves of green grass sprout up to catch the nourishing rays of the sun. Springtime blooms flourish on trees. Warmer spring temps vitalize sleeping dandelions to burst with pollen. The majestic arrival of spring brings with it complications for individuals who are susceptible to the one recognizable downside of spring: allergies….
When it comes time to choose the most appropriate senior care service for an aging loved one, knowing your options is important. In-home healthcare for the elderly that includes a medical component can differ between a certified nursing aide (CNA) and a home health aide (HHA). Both involve supplying a certain level of medical assistance, but to varying degrees. Both…
Perhaps you volunteer at a nursing facility, where seniors in varying conditions appreciate a smile and a few minutes of pleasant conversations. Or, you may have an elderly neighbor you haven’t gotten around to knowing just yet. You might even serve meals to the elderly in their homes when they are unable to venture out to grocery shop or cook….
As seniors age, the mundane, daily tasks that most of us take for granted become increasingly burdensome. Elderly individuals may suffer from debilitating, chronic illnesses that prevent them from performing simple routines, like cooking or doing the laundry. Fortunately, seniors who have loved ones nearby can depend on their kindness. Here are a few tips to help your loved one…
Loved ones who suffer from a long-term decline of health benefit from the services of a trusted caregiver. Caregiving can span anywhere from months to years to decades. Over the long-term, the stress of caring for a loved one in addition to supporting one’s own family and children can take an enormous toll on the well-being of the caregiver, leading…
Experts estimate that every year, almost 800,000 people experience a stroke of some kind, be it relatively minor or severe, recurrent or new. This number is alarming when you consider that strokes are the fifth leading cause of death in the United States. While strokes occur every 40 seconds here in the U.S., it is equally startling to know that…
Is your mother okay? Here are 4 tips to make sure you understand her physical and mental condition when you are together: Watch Your Mother. How is she walking? Is she moving slower than the last time you saw her? How does she look? Is she clean and groomed? We don’t mean that she has to be dressed like June…
In general, senior citizens are less distracted while behind the wheel than younger adults. In fact, more senior citizens wear their seat belts (as drivers and passengers), drive slower and in better weather condition, and do not drive after drinking. With all of those good driving habits, one would think that accidents among with senior citizens would be rare, but…
