As older people age, independently performing the activities of daily living can become increasingly challenging. Showering, shaving, toileting, and dressing may require the assistance of a family or professional caregiver. Here are the basics of grooming when caring for an elderly loved one. Firstly, it is important to discuss the senior’s comfort level before helping with personal hygiene tasks. An…
AH Naperville Interview When friends and family members take it upon themselves to provide care for their loved ones in need, they sometimes sacrifice their own well-being. Richard Ueberfluss, owner of Assisting Hands Home Care of Naperville, IL, was recently interviewed for an article by Chicago Health: Caregiving that discussed the importance of family caregivers finding respite time for themselves….
Planning for care later in life is essential. Long-term care insurance can help seniors who fall in the middle-range income levels to meet their care needs as they age. Elderly individuals who fall into any of the three following groups should strongly consider buying long-term care insurance. Long-term care is necessary for middle-class seniors. The wealthy are able to fund…
This past year has been difficult to say the least as the COVID-19 pandemic has had an impact on everyone’s lives, especially those of seniors. As 2020 comes to a close, many are looking forward to a more positive year in 2021, both personally and on a larger scale. One way to make positive changes or work towards goals in…
The coronavirus crisis will force many people to modify their holiday plans. Adjustments are necessary to keep family members and the greater community safe from the virus. In fact, the CDC warns that even small gatherings contribute to the rise in Covid-19 infection rates. Certain environmental conditions that are prevalent during the holiday season put some people at greater risk…
When people reach old age, many find that everyday living is not as easy as it once was. Seniors may not have the health or mobility they had before, making it tough to do daily activities like cooking and cleaning. Some elderly individuals suffer from more severe mobility issues that limit or prevent them from walking. In either case, a…
The autumnal equinox begins on September 22, 2020. At the start of the fall season, the sun rises later and nightfall arrives sooner. Plenty of environmental changes occur, making it necessary to make adjustments and prepare a senior loved one for the cooler season. 1. Rake the leaves Crimson autumn leaves are a breathtaking sight. The leaves change color because…
During the weeks following a hospitalization, seniors are especially vulnerable to complications. Adverse reactions to medications and complications related to the hospitalization affect nearly 20 percent of patients, leading to hospital readmission. Proper discharge planning from hospital to home is essential. Seniors who are readmitted to the hospital share common characteristics. These older adults usually suffer from multiple chronic health…
People are social by nature and this instinct to be social does not disappear with age. However, adults who reach their golden years are more likely to lack social interaction for various reasons. Seniors who experience the loss of their spouses or friends and those who live far away from their families may experience loneliness. Loneliness among seniors can lead…
