Table of Content1 If a Severe Reaction Has Occurred2 When Preparing for Surgery3 If an Addiction Has Developed4 When Over-the-Counter Medication Is Already Being Taken When providing home care for a senior loved one, you may discover he or she is taking a variety of medications. Without knowing all of the details, it can be …
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Table of Content1 Constipation2 Urinary Problems3 Bowel Irritability4 Difficulty Eating5 Getting Help for Your Loved One Aging adults with Parkinson’s disease may experience what’s referred to as autonomic dysfunctions, meaning they have difficulty swallowing and efficiently completing the digestive process. These are among the most commonly overlooked symptoms of Parkinson’s. It’s important for family caregivers …
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Table of Content1 1. Patience2 2. Flexibility3 3. Leadership Skills4 4. Effective Communication Skills5 5. Trustworthiness6 6. Open-Mindedness7 7. Attentiveness Before you take on the role of family caregiver, you should think about what the job entails and compare it to the qualities you possess. Doing this comparison could give you a good idea of …
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Table of Content1 Identify the Cause of the Pain2 Apply Heat or Ice3 Do Light Stretches4 Use Topical Creams Since elderly people are susceptible to conditions like osteoarthritis and osteoporosis and are sometimes injured due to falling, they’re also at increased risk for experiencing some degree of back pain. Even slight discomfort in the back …
Table of Content1 Cardiovascular Disease2 Colon Cancer3 Increased Risk of Alzheimer’s4 Indeterminate Effects from Added Substances A National Institutes of Health-AARP study found older Americans who ate large amounts of red meat over a 10-year period were more likely to die sooner than those who consumed smaller amounts. Seniors should maintain healthy diets, which may …
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Table of Content1 1. Irregular Heartbeat2 2. Heart Failure3 3. Angina4 4. Hypertension The heart is one of the most essential organs in the body, making it important for your elderly loved one to take proper care of his or her heart health, either through prevention or with treatment after a condition has developed. Here’s …
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Table of Content1 Talk to Your Loved One2 Hold a Family Meeting3 Ensure Paperwork Is in Order4 Do Your Homework If you have a family member over the age of 65, it’s likely you’ve thought about the possibility of becoming a family caregiver as well as hiring professional home care services. To make sure your …
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Table of Content1 1. Approach the Topic Sensitively 2 2. Let Your Loved One Make Decisions 3 3. Make Sure It’s Legal4 4. Inform Family of the Decisions While it can be difficult to talk about, helping your senior loved one put together a living will is important. Ideally, every adult should have a living will, but …
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According to the National Institute on Aging, more than half of all seniors experience sleep problems. This includes having difficulty falling asleep, waking frequently throughout the night, and sleeping for fewer hours at night. Although some seniors and their caregivers assume this is normal and naps will make up for lost sleep, this isn’t the …
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Table of Content1 Offer Financial Assistance 2 Sign Up for the National Do Not Call Registry3 Set Phone Call Rules 4 Provide Smart Cards5 Discourage Making Immediate Decisions Scam artists often target seniors, as they believe people in this age group are more susceptible to cons. Whether or not this is true, seniors deserve protection from people …
