An estimated one in 10 older people experiences some form of abuse every year. The far-reaching health effects of elder abuse can be devastating.
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READ MOREGift Ideas for Elderly Mothers
Forget flowers and jewelry, here are some suggestions for age appropriate and useful Mother’s Day gifts for the elderly mother.
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READ MORECommunicating With Your Elderly Parents
“Dad’s hearing has gotten so bad that I have to shout.” “Mom forgets even having conversations with me – never mind remembering what we talked about.” Sound familiar? Communicating with elderly parents, whether they are suffering from dementia or not, can be frustrating.
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READ MOREHow to Protect Your Elderly Parents from Scams
Kyle’s 84-year-old father called with good news: He had won a sweepstakes! He just needed to pay a fee to collect a very large cash prize. Kyle was instantly suspicious. “Dad, this sounds like a scam. Did you even enter a sweepstakes?”
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READ MOREHelping Your Elderly Parents Manage Their Money
It wasn’t until his dad became the victim of a scam that Kyle thought to take a closer look at his parents’ finances. Kyle’s 84-year-old father was past due on his insurance bill, yet he was regularly paying for internet service — even though his computer hadn’t worked in years! Credit card statements showed his mom had purchased tons of stuff from TV shopping channels – none of which she remembered buying.
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READ MOREIs your elderly parent ready for in home care?
Many seniors resist the idea of assisted living, but elderly home care services are often necessary for the seniors’ safety and can provide much-needed companionship.
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Have you ever heard of elderspeak? This is talking to older adults in a “babytalk” way. Even though many caregivers are very conscientious about their tone when they talk to their clients, sometimes elderspeak happens anyway. This can be challenging when you care for an older adult who is hard of hearing, but it’s important to keep some practices in mind when you communicate with your clients.
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READ MOREOutdoor activities for the elderly
Enjoying the outdoors during the spring and summer months is important for people of all ages. Although elders may have limited mobility, it is important that those receiving senior care get outside for the mood-boosting effects that go along with it. Studies also show that getting outside can prevent sleep disorders and chronic pain, according to Agingcare.com.
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READ MOREFinding a Hobby in Elder Age
The common denominator among many senior citizens is boredom. After a productive and busy life, retirement years can seem slow and uneventful. When your senior relative is feeling down in the dumps or just plain bored, you have the opportunity to lift them up. Here are some ways to help.
