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By Read Flake, 9:00 am on August 11, 2023

Table of Content1 Develop a List of Good Food Options2 Make Pureed Meals & Snacks3 Eliminate Distractions4 Seek Advice from Medical Providers Parkinson’s is a neurodegenerative disorder that affects movement and other functions, including the ability to eat. Many aging adults with this disease have difficulty drinking, swallowing, chewing, and digesting food, which leads to …

By Read Flake, 12:26 am on June 30, 2023

Table of Content1 Stay in Shape2 Wear Safe, Supportive Shoes3 Remove Safety Hazards from the Home4 Use Proper Lifting Techniques5 Don’t Put Off Seeing Your Doctor6 Know When to Get Some Help There aren’t reliable statistics on injuries sustained by family caregivers, partly because such injuries often go unreported. However, the act of providing care …

By Read Flake, 9:00 am on June 16, 2023

Table of Content1 1. Help Them Start New Hobbies2 2. Encourage Volunteering with Local Organizations3 3. Assist Them with Adopting Pets4 4. Promote Connecting with Others Online5 5. Create Appreciation Lists for What They Do Many seniors live alone because their children have moved on and their spouses have passed away. In addition, most are …

By Read Flake, 9:00 am on May 26, 2023

Table of Content1 1. Schedule “Me Time”2 2. Learn the Easiest & Hardest Aspects of Caregiving3 3. Get Informed4 4. Ask for Assistance5 5. Get Mental & Emotional Support6 6. Eat Healthy & Exercise The physical, emotional, and mental exhaustion that comes with caregiving can often lead to caregiver burnout. When the stress of caring …

By Read Flake, 9:00 am on May 12, 2023

Table of Content1 Poor Balance2 Difficulty Speaking3 Eating Challenges4 High Blood Pressure As seniors age, they encounter more health risks, including strokes, which are a leading cause of death and disability. Therefore, family caregivers should learn more about factors that can lead to strokes in older adults and the most common signs to look for. …

By Read Flake, 9:00 am on April 28, 2023

Table of Content1 Be Patient2 Speak Clearly3 Maintain Eye Contact4 Find Quiet Spaces Having difficulty finding the correct words and being unable to say phrases without repeating them are common among seniors with dementia, but communication can remain effective if you follow the tips outlined below. The key is to develop sustainable methods for your …

By Read Flake, 9:00 am on April 14, 2023

Table of Content1 1. Schedule Essential Healthcare Visits2 2. Alleviate the Stress of Being the Sole Caregiver3 3. Prevent Family Disagreements4 4. Handle Work & Social Obligations5 5. Reduce Anxiety about Leaving Your Loved One Alone6 6. Connect with a Supportive Senior Care Professional Respite care is designed to give you a break from your …

By Read Flake, 9:00 am on March 31, 2023

Table of Content1 Memory Loss2 Difficulty with Familiar Tasks3 Poor Judgment4 Changes in Mood & Personality5 Difficulty with Language6 Misplacing Things7 Changes in Spatial Awareness8 Loss of Initiative Alzheimer’s disease is a neurodegenerative disorder that affects millions of people worldwide. It’s a progressive disease that destroys brain cells and leads to memory loss, cognitive decline, …