The prospect of your parents aging in place may fill you with dread. There are a plethora of follow-up inquiries to which you may not have satisfactory answers. How much support do they have? How self-reliant are they? Are they sticking to a regular exercise schedule? Is it possible for them to stay in their…
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People tend to do less and less as they age, which can impact strength and muscle mass. Muscle is what holds up your body and allows you to move around and have the strength to stabilize yourself. This is why it is so crucial to maintain muscle mass even as an elderly person. Companion care…
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The weather is getting warmer and that means it’s time for seniors to start thinking about their summer clothes. Seniors need to pay attention to their summer clothes because it’s important to take steps to protect their skin while also preventing overheating. That means not exposing their skin to direct summer sun. But at the…
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Have you ever taken the time to ask your dad what he wants as he ages? Like many older adults, he probably wants to stay in his current home and neighborhood. The problem is that as he gets older and his health needs change, you worry about him living alone. It’s time to talk about…
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Many factors might be at play if you’re worried about your elderly loved ones or those you care for not obtaining adequate nourishment. Shopping or cooking may be too time-consuming for you to do independently, or maybe eating alone isn’t as enjoyable. No matter what, it’s crucial to maintain a balanced diet as we become…
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As your senior ages, it’s normal to be more concerned with their overall well-being. For example, if you’ve started to notice that your parent is frequently upset or frustrated, you will want to take steps to help improve their mood. Not all seniors will be receptive to help from their adult child when they are…
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Malnourishment can contribute to major health problems for your senior. The best way to avoid those complications is to do whatever you can to get the best nutrition possible into your elderly family member. There are certainly complications that can make that goal much more difficult for you as her family caregiver, but these tips…
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Are you wondering what you can do for your elderly loved one who s feeling isolated or lonely? What about when they need transportation to appointments or just need someone to talk to? The answer to to both of these questions and many more is to bring in companion care at home. There are so…
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Does your elderly loved one have high blood pressure? If so, there are some tips to help them to lower their blood pressure. The tips that are noted here today all have to do with lifestyle changes that can be made. They don’t include medications. However, if your elderly loved one’s doctor does put them…
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Research shows there are people who worry about losing their cognitive functions as they get older. The truth is that not everyone loses their mental abilities. There are actually many myths regarding older brains that have been debunked. It is important for senior citizens and their family caregivers to know the truth. Mental Deterioration DOESN’T…
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