When It’s Time To Consider Home Care
When elder loved ones reach a point in life when they want to live independently but can no longer adequately care for themselves, what typically happens is someone in the family steps up and provides the necessary help. It’s a common situation. It’s estimated that over 40 million… Read More
The Importance Of Activities For Daily Living
Most of us take all the mundane things we do in our daily lives for granted. We get up in the morning, make our beds, shower, get dressed, eat breakfast and then begin the series of activities we have planned for the day. Most of us don’t give… Read More
Three Ways to Never Suffer from Caregiver Isolation Again
Providing 24 hour care at home for an elderly loved one is a difficult job yet one that is greatly needed. As you provide at home care services, you are likely to become more involved in caretaking while spending less time doing the things you enjoy. A recent study by… Read More
6 Steps to End Alzheimer’s Caregiver Fatigue
Caregiving for loved ones who are suffering from chronic illnesses, including Alzheimer’s disease, can be demanding and stressful. Many caregivers of loved ones sacrifice large amounts of their own life, without support, taking on more than they are realistically capable of – physically, mentally and financially. For this reason, Alzheimer’s… Read More
How to Decrease Risk Of Pressure Ulcers (Bedsores)
I went golfing recently and after the round, I noticed a blister forming on my left hand. My initial reaction was to laugh it off as a sad reminder of a poor grip and swing that led to the irritation. Over the next couple of days, the blister… Read More
Pets Benefit the Health, so How Do You Find the Right Pet For Your Dad?
Elder Care Fresno CA – Pets Benefit the Health, so How Do You Find the Right Pet For Your Dad?
Pets provide a level of companionship, love, and comfort. As a result, studies have shown that owning a pet can help ease feelings of loneliness and sadness and even lower… Read More
It’s Dad’s Bath Time – Four Ways to Approach a Task That Can Be Uncomfortable for All
Caregiver Merced CA – It’s Dad’s Bath Time – Four Ways to Approach a Task That Can Be Uncomfortable for All
As a family caregiver, there are certain tasks that can be unpleasant. One of them is helping with bathing. Your dad can’t wash himself anymore, so you need… Read More
Five Tips for a Better Night’s Sleep
Senior Care Modesto CA – Five Tips for a Better Night’s Sleep
It’s normal for seniors to have shifting sleep patterns. They often go to bed earlier and get up when the sun rises. They also don’t sleep as heavily. They may wake up during the night with a full… Read More
How Can You Deal with a Resistant Aging Adult?
Home Care Services Modesto CA – How Can You Deal with a Resistant Aging Adult?
You may not realize just how stubborn your senior family member is until you’re trying to convince her to do something that would truly help her. How you handle the situation can make a huge… Read More
Have You Been Avoiding a Specific Conversation with Your Senior?
Elder Care Merced CA – Have You Been Avoiding a Specific Conversation with Your Senior?
Some topics are really tough to discuss with your aging adult. Either the topic itself, like driving when it’s not safe for her to do so, or the idea of discussing something your elder doesn’t… Read More
