It’s my belief that the best caregivers have a vocation. They truly like what they do. Their life has more purpose as a caregiver. Maybe you can even say they have an avocation for caregiving – a passion to give more. Our workers. Let me tell you about the people who work here at Assisting Hands. First, there’s Robin. She…
According to the Mayo Clinic, Glaucoma is one of the leading causes of blindness for people over the age of 60 and many forms have no warning signs. Here’s how to make sure it’s recognized early to prevent or slow vision loss. Glaucoma is a group of eye conditions that damage the optic nerve, the health of which is vital…
For many seniors, the winter months can bring on seasonal affective disorder (SAD). According to the article written by Adam Sands for the SeniorLifestyleMag.com, there are some things seniors can do to help with winter depression: The days are getting shorter and colder. Overcast skies combined with late sunrises and early sunsets makes for short gloomy days. For many this…
What questions do you ask a home care provider? If a loved one can no longer live safely at home on their own, you may have already thought about finding home health care services to help. Perhaps they’ve recently returned from the hospital after suffering a heart attack or stroke or suffer from a degenerative disease. Or, maybe you spent…
The Family Caregiver Alliance recommends when taking care of an elderly loved one, that family members need to work cooperatively. Here are some tips for holding a productive family meeting where everyone feels heard. When taking care of an elderly parent or another relative, family members need to work cooperatively. The more people participating in care, the less alone a…
Adult children visiting older parents during the holidays may be upset or stressed by what they notice. But don’t be tempted to jump in and try to solve every issue at once. Here’s a practical guide to enjoying the holidays while still offering help. According to AgingSolutions.com, If they are visiting older parents and relatives several time zones away for…
This holiday season, be aware of your aging parent’s physical and mental capacity during your visit. Here are some tips to help, taken from the Huffington Post. Elder care is a growing issue in society. Caregiving at a distance can be difficult, stressful and time-consuming. And often the only time caregivers see the loved one is on a family visit,…
The holidays can bring more stress to an already busy caregiver. Here are 10 tips to help caregivers reset their expectations and enjoy the little moments during the holiday season. For some family caregivers, the holidays can be a joyful time when spirits are lighter. It feels good to care for loved ones and enjoy time together, celebrating with family…
Creating a positive environment, conducive to a senior’s comfort and needs, can help reinforce well-being for those suffering from Alzheimer’s. Alzheimers.net provides some ways to help. Alzheimer’s disease changes how seniors interpret their environment. Names, places and people they know become unfamiliar, leading to disorientation, stress and isolation. But creating a positive environment, conducive to a senior’s comforts and needs,…
It’s no surprise that Alzheimer’s caregivers frequently report high levels of stress. It can be an overwhelming job. This article from the Alzheimer’s Association give us the 10 symptoms of caregiver stress and tips to avoid burnout. Alzheimer’s caregivers frequently report experiencing high levels of stress. It can be overwhelming to take care of a loved one with Alzheimer’s or…
