The human body is hard-wired to react to stressful situations with a sudden increase of hormones. Known as the "flight or fight” response, this physical reaction helped our ancestors survive encounters that posed real threats to their lives. Although the stress response is still useful today in moments of real physical danger, long-term stress can lead to a variety of…
People with dementia often face difficulty with many aspects of their daily lives, and using the toilet is one of the more sensitive activities that needs to be addressed. Seniors living with dementia are more likely to experience serious falls or injuries in the restroom due to their symptoms. These dementia care strategies can help your senior loved one use…
Caring for elderly parents when you live far away can present challenges when it comes to ensuring they receive the high quality of care they require. In some cases, your parents may not want to relocate to be closer to you, and it’s not always feasible for you to move closer to them. Fortunately, thanks to technology advancements and professional in-home…
As a family caregiver, your daily routine may be stressful and chaotic, which is why you need to take time off. During these breaks, focus on activities that bring you joy. Here are some fun things you can do when taking a break from your caregiver role. 1. Take a Fun Trip Go on a cruise to an exotic island,…
Bad breath is generally caused by an overgrowth of oral bacteria. This can happen when seniors don’t practice good oral hygiene, but an underlying health issue can also cause it. If your elderly loved one has developed a case of bad breath, it might be caused by one of these seven problems. 1. Poorly Fitting Dentures When dentures don’t fit…
Pressure ulcers, or bedsores, are a common concern for anyone who is confined to a sitting or lying position for the majority of the day. Typically, bedsores appear on the tailbone, hips, shoulder blades, elbows, and heels, since these areas tend to have thinner skin and less fat to reduce the effects of too much pressure. Fortunately, there are many…
The liver is a vital organ essential to the body’s ability to maintain good health. If you provide home care for an elderly parent, here are six foods that can promote better liver function. Citrus Juices Whether it's freshly squeezed grapefruit, lime, or lemon juice, a glass each morning stimulates the liver with vitamin C that helps the body turn…
Seniors with dementia tend to have difficulty using the toilet as they advance through the final stages of the disease. Your aging loved one may have incontinence due to forgetting to go to the restroom or have difficulty remembering what to do with toilet paper after wiping. These four toileting tips can help you get through the most common challenges…
For seniors, clutter in the home can be a major health hazard, causing them to fall or lose important medications and paperwork, and it can even impact emotional health by making them feel overwhelmed. Many seniors have clutter because they've lived in their homes a long time or they've recently downsized and couldn't stand to part with their belongings. If…
If your senior loved one has just been diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease (PD), you may not know what to expect after the diagnosis. PD is a neurological condition that affects movement and physical abilities, but it also has other cognitive symptoms that seniors and caregivers should be aware of. Symptoms of Parkinson’s Often labeled as a “movement disorder,” PD is…
