Preparing Your Loved One for Home Health Care
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Individuals who have loved ones who have been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease face a number of struggles. One of these struggles is behavioral changes. A once reserved and patient individual can rapidly transform into someone who experiences frequent angry outbursts. Although your loved one is displaying these behaviors, how you respond is very important. Educating yourself on ways to deal with these behaviors can help minimize stress and make your interaction with your loved one more enjoyable.…
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With the fluid nature of the in-home senior care industry, managing the transition from aide to aide can be a big stumbling block for many seniors, and can lead to problems like discomfort and general annoyance. In order to avoid these issues and make the transition as seamless as possible, there are certain steps you can take to smooth out the process, whether it’s you, a parent, or a friend switching aides:…
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An assisted living facility, or ALF, is designed for elderly people who are not able to live independently, but who are still capable of doing many things for themselves. Part of the benefit to living at an assisted living facility is that there is an activity planner. This individual plans out fun things for the residents to do. The activities are catered to the resident’s special needs. Some residents are able to travel outside of the facility, while others are best served by in-house recreation.…
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Radon is a gas naturally found in the earth that is odorless and colorless, making it very hard to detect. If someone is exposed to too much radon, it can cause cancer and be deadly. There are home radon test kits available to homeowners who want to be aware if radon is present in their home. It is most commonly found seeping out of cracked foundations, in dirt crawlspaces, or through the porous holes in brick.…
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Being able to care for an aging parent or spouse in your home is a gift, but it can also be a source of constant stress. Burnout is very real and is best avoided. Recognizing the symptoms of caregiver burnout and knowing where to seek help can make life more pleasant for both you and your loved one.
Burnout Signs
Everyone has bad days, but if you find yourself having more bad ones than good ones, chances are you are dealing with a case of burnout.…
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If you have an aging loved one that you are starting to get concerned about, then you might want to consider checking into companion care. Should you find yourself a little unsure about whether that is the right move, you will want to spend a little time reviewing the following benefits. This way, you will be able to see just how helpful this type of care can be for the person you love and care for.…
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What price do you put on your independence? Chances are that you or someone you love will be one of the 55 million Americans over age 65 by 2020. The last baby boomers will have reached age 65 by 2030. That’s almost one-fifth of the projected U.S. population. So where will you, as one of these 72 million seniors, opt to go to when you need senior care services?
Some serious questions facing the new crop of seniors include:…
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Some people need help with activities as they grow old. They often need help in preparing meals. Help might also be needed for them to go grocery shopping or to get to their medical appointments. They may not be able to take baths or dress themselves, and many of them may be disoriented and have trouble administering their own medications. A home care aide can care for your elderly relatives at home, which gives you a break from managing their care.…
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