What is independence to an older adult? It’s defined as the ability to make your own decisions, choose what happens in your life, and being able to complete daily tasks without risk of injury or distress. As your dad’s health changes, what is he going to need to retain his independence? Ask Your Dad For…
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READ MOREWhat is Included in Light Housekeeping Chores?
One area of senior home care that’s especially helpful to older adults is light housekeeping. But, what exactly does light housekeeping cover? Changing Sheets and Making Beds A caregiver can make your mom’s bed and change the sheets every week or two, depending on her preference. The dirty sheets are gathered and placed in the…
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READ MOREHow Does Home Care Assistance Make Life Easier for Seniors Who Can’t Drive?
Aging brings with it a lot of different challenges, some of them physical and some cognitive. Many of these challenges directly impact activities that seniors have done easily for years, like driving themselves around whenever they need and want to do so. Having access to home care assistance can completely reverse that situation for seniors….
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READ MOREHelp Your Dad Get a Full Night’s Sleep
Three out of ten older adults do not get enough sleep. Ideally, your dad should get seven to eight hours of sleep for optimal health benefits, but it’s common for older adults to have a harder time falling asleep or staying asleep. Your dad falls short and is only getting about five hours each night….
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READ MORE4 Things Seniors Can Do To Keep Their Cat Happy And Healthy
Pets are wonderful companions for seniors. Seniors that are aging in place are happier and healthier living on their own if they have a pet. But, some seniors and their families worry about the senior’s ability to take care of a pet as they get older and as the pet gets older. April is National…
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READ MOREExplore the Different Types of Care and Services for Your Aging Dad
Your dad’s getting older and some of the instrumental activities of daily living trouble him. He wants to age in place, but some of his daily routines are too hard for him to tackle on his own. Check out the different types of elder care services that help your dad stay independent. Companionship and Encouragement…
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READ MORESocialization and its Importance for Seniors at Home
Socialization involves spending time engaging with and communicating with other people. Aging adults often don’t get the socialization that they need because they spend a lot of time at home on their own. One way to resolve this problem is by hiring companion care at home. Here’s what family caregivers need to know. Why Is…
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READ MORE4 Things To Make It Easier For Seniors To “Spring Forward”
While the winter may not be officially over, Daylight Savings Time is here. And when it’s time to “spring forward” the time change can be very difficult for seniors to deal with. Seniors rely on routine to stay healthy, especially when it comes to sleep. Millions of seniors struggle with insomnia and sleep disorders and…
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READ MOREHelping Your Senior Buy Healthy Frozen Food
Thanks to the invention of the freezer, we’re lucky to be able to store food in our freezer. And to celebrate that luxury, March 4th (always the first Saturday of the month) is National Frozen Food Day! But frozen food isn’t always the best choice. It can be full of preservatives and salt, making it…
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READ MORE4 Things To Do Immediately If Your Senior Loved One Has A Medical Crisis
If you’re caring for a senior loved one and they have a medical emergency such as a fall, you may panic and freeze and not know what to do. While everyone hopes that they would be the kind of person that would fly into action when a senior loved one gets hurt often that’s not…
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