Caring for a loved one is a profound act of love and dedication. However, it often involves navigating through a complex mix of emotional and physical challenges that can take a toll on the caregiver’s health. Recognizing the difference between caregiver burnout, which stems from the overwhelming stress of caregiving tasks, and compassion fatigue, characterized […]
What Are Instrumental Activities of Daily Living (IADLs)?
Independence and quality of life are 2 crucial things, especially as one ages. Instrumental activities of daily living (IADLs) are the daily tasks at the heart of this independence. These activities serve as the building blocks that enable us to live self-sufficiently and with dignity. IADLs include: Managing finances Handling transportation Preparing meals Housekeeping and […]
Is Respite Care Hospice?
Caring for a loved one is an emotional and rewarding experience – yet it may feel overwhelming at times. There may come a time when your loved one will require professional care and assistance. As families and caregivers, it’s important to recognize the different types of care environments. Respite care is short-term care offered to […]
Can People with Dementia Live Alone?
Dementia is a collective term used to describe a wide range of mental health conditions characterized by changes in cognitive function, including memory loss, impaired thinking and problem-solving skills, difficulty with language and communication, and changes in mood and behavior. As the condition progresses, people with dementia may require more support and care to carry […]
What Causes Bad Headaches in the Elderly?
Our bodies are constantly changing and adapting. While some changes can be good, others can be more problematic, presenting seniors with a unique set of difficulties and challenges in their golden years. For example: even if seniors live a healthy life, they often may develop headaches. Why do so many seniors deal with headaches? Often, […]
How Do You Provide Emotional Support to the Elderly?
Navigating the later stages of life often presents a unique set of challenges, and for many older adults, transitioning to an assisted living environment becomes a pivotal part of this journey. As individuals move into assisted living communities, a sense of change and adjustment can stir a range of emotions. This is where the vital […]
When Should a Person with Dementia Stop Living Alone?
It’s never easy deciding whether or not it’s time to use a senior living home to help care for a family member with dementia. If your loved one’s dementia is causing changes to their memory or demeanor and affects their ability to take care of themselves and socialize, it could be time to seek additional […]
Preventive Medicine for Healthy Living in Seniors
As we age, our health needs change. Seniors are more likely to develop chronic health conditions like heart disease and diabetes, and memory conditions like dementia and Alzheimer’s, all of which can have an impact on your quality of life. Getting older doesn’t mean that you have to give up on living a healthy and […]
How to Take Care of a Person with Parkinson Disease
Parkinson’s disease is a condition that affects the nervous system and specifically, how your body moves. It’s caused by a loss of cells in the brain that produce a chemical called dopamine. Dopamine helps transmit messages in the brain that control movement. So what does that mean for someone with Parkinson’s disease? It can cause […]
Helping Seniors Accept the Help They Need
When someone has been largely independent their entire life, it can be a huge step to give up that independence—even if it’s the right thing to do. There are independent living communities that allow an aging adult to retain as much independence as possible. Sometimes, an assisted living situation is a better and safer option, […]
