The biggest issue many seniors have with home care is the idea that it’s a loss of independence. Not only that, but they feel there is a stigma attached to any sort of assistance around the house.
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READ MOREDiscussing Caregiving with Your Family
Caring for an elderly parent is certainly no easy task, but the challenges can be even greater if the caregivers received no help from their siblings or other family members. It may be difficult to ask for assistance – even if it just comes in the form of emotional support, it’s important not to go it alone.
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READ MOREThe Link Between Chronic Pain and Depression
Pain and depression are two of the most common health issues facing seniors, and there is considerable evidence that the conditions may be closely linked. While it’s not clear whether pain is caused by feelings of depression or vice versa, it’s important that senior care providers recognize the relationship between the two.
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READ MOREMeasuring Your Loved One’s Well Being
Though most people view holidays simply as a time to be with their family, the situation is a bit different for long distance caregivers. Coming home and visiting older relatives offers the chance to take stock of their particular needs around the home, and experts say there are a few changes that could signal an older adult may necessitate more assistance.
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READ MORETalking to Someone with Hearing Loss
Hearing loss is one of the most common issues facing older adults, with approximately 47 percent of people 75 and older experiencing some form of hearing impairment. Auditory issues can be caused by everything from heredity and excessive noise to aging and disease, but whatever the reason, hearing problems can certainly make things difficult for family members and home care providers. However, there are a few steps one can take to reduce challenges caused by hearing loss.
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READ MOREExercise Could Boost Seniors’ Brain Function
Staying physically active later in life is a cornerstone of healthy aging, and a new study suggests that older adults can reap considerable cognitive benefits. Researchers from the University of Otago in New Zealand found a distinct correlation between aerobic activity and an improvement in certain areas of brain function.
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READ MORE6 Clues Your Loved One Needs In-Home Care
When you live far away from your family, making holiday trips to see them is exciting. Keeping in touch with family is easy through phone calls and Skype, but there’s nothing like an in-person visit to really see how they are doing. While staying with your senior loved one, you may notice some changes in their well being. How do you know that your elder relative needs help? Here are some specific things to look for.
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READ MOREThe Caregiver’s Wishlist
The holiday season is a time for giving, and the best gifts for a caregiver can take some of the pressure off throughout the year. It can be difficult for caregivers to ask for help, but creating a wishlist around …
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READ MOREResearchers Make Breakthrough MS Discovery
Multiple sclerosis (MS) affects millions of people across the globe, and a group of researchers believe they have made a significant breakthrough in finding a treatment for the disease. Scientists from the Gladstone Institutes have discovered a potential neurological trigger for MS, an encouraging step in the fight against the condition.
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READ MOREWinter Poses Risks to Senior Health
Winter presents a number of senior health challenges. Though some are well known, others may be less apparent. Falls and hypothermia are common, but there are certain conditions senior care providers should be on the lookout for.
