Loneliness in the older population is considered by experts to be an epidemic. Loneliness is a medical health risk, as it can cause seniors to become more prone to adverse health conditions. Despite the prevalence of loneliness, families can take steps to ease these feelings in their senior parents. Recent studies conducted by the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and…
When people enter their golden years, everyday living is often no longer as easy as it was before. Seniors may have given up their driving privileges, have trouble cooking for themselves, and/or feel unsafe when they bathe and shower. All of these can contribute to having a tougher time caring for oneself. In such a situation, elderly individuals need to…
Parents have given their time, energy, and financial support to their growing children. As these parents get older, the roles are somewhat reversed. Aging parents can, on occasion, expect too much from their adult children, despite the latter having their own families and careers to manage. 1. Time It is reasonable for older parents to expect their adult children to…
In the US, 56 percent of family caregivers work fulltime. Juggling caregiving duties with a career often takes an emotional toll on the family caregiver—but leaving a job can be financially stressful. Family caregivers should seriously consider whether or not to give up a career to care for elderly parents. 1. Consider Changes to Job Routines Caregivers who work at…
Older individuals have a number of suitable care options. Since the majority of seniors prefer to age in the comfort of home, in-home care is an ideal choice. Depending on their personal care needs, the elderly can select non-medical home care or home health care. Non-medical home care and home health care are two distinct forms of senior care. Each…
Nursing home stays are hazardous during the widespread outbreaks of Covid-19. In Illinois, long-term care facilities continue to see a spike in the numbers of confirmed coronavirus cases and deaths. Rather than seek nursing home care, families and seniors are advised to rely on alternatives. According to the Illinois Department of Public Health, the total number of confirmed Covid-19 cases…
Obesity is a serious concern for many people, but it can be even more hazardous for elderly individuals. Seniors are already at risk for certain health concerns due to their old age, and obesity can increase this risk. Generally speaking, people are aware of the dangers of obesity. However, it can be tough for those directly dealing with obesity to…
Assisting Hands taking the lead to “Protect the People, Prevent the Spread” On Friday, March 20th, Governor Pritzker issued Executive Order 2020-10 requiring all Illinoisans to stay in their homes to prevent the further spread of COVID-19. For more information, please visit: coronavirus.illinois.gov/s/ It is critically important that the community follow prescribed preventative measures such as social distancing and the 3…
