It’s that time of the year when it’s time to start planning vacations for the summer. Planning ahead can save you and your family a lot of time, money, and hassle. If you’re planning on bringing your senior parent on vacation with you this year, there are some special things that you will need to…
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So many seniors continue to drive for a long time after they maybe should not be doing so any longer. That can leave them unsafe on the road and endangers the people around them. If you’re worried about your senior continuing to drive, here are some tips to know and how elder care can help….
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National Safe at Home Week always happens in August, during the last full business week of the month. In 2022, that means that this holiday marking safety at home falls on August 22nd through the 26th. If you and your elderly family member haven’t already talked about the various ways that she might not be…
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Talking to your senior about quitting driving may not be a conversation you want to have, but at some point it isn’t one you can ignore any longer. It’s important to address the topic of safe driving sooner rather than later. When you and your elderly family member are able to agree on a time…
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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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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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If your elderly family member experiences even one fall, that makes her twice as likely to have another fall, usually soon afterward. That’s a big issue for aging adults, since falls can lead to extremely serious injuries. The best way around this issue is to do all that you can to help your senior to…
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Fainting is such a common health issue that most people may not think much about it. But for your senior family member, fainting can be a serious problem. To help prevent possible injury and to rule out serious health issues, it helps to understand as much as you can about fainting and what it might…
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Your mom’s mobility must be sturdy if she’s to move around her home safely. What does mobility entail? It’s the ability to go from lying down to sitting up, sitting to standing, and walking around. When walking, do her movements involve going up and down the stairs? Are supportive canes or walkers needed? Does your…
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Is your elderly family member determined to age in place? If so, you might have wondered just how you can make sure that’s going to be safe for her to do. Some of these ideas can help quite a bit. Make it Easier to Enter and Exit the House If there are steps into your…
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