A Guide For Family Caregivers
12 Tips for bathing and dressing with with dementia patients. As our loved ones age, especially in cases of Alzheimer's Dementia, some day to day tasks may become increasingly difficult such as bathing and dressing. Here are a few things you can do to help them maintain independence and continue to do tasks for themselves.… Continue reading 12 Tips for Bathing & Dressing with Dementia Patients
Safety Risks for Aging Adults with Alzheimer's or Dementia. Safer home for Alzheimer's & Dementia. Keeping your loved one with Alzheimer's or dementia safe is of utmost importance. As your loved one ages safety hazards in the home can become more and more risky. You will need to ensure a safer home environment for your… Continue reading Safer Home for Alzheimer & Dementia
As you or a loved one ages, it is important to plan ahead for long term care. A well laid out plan will go along way. You want to ensure that your loved one's plans are followed and they are financially set for their future as well as in the even of an emergency. A… Continue reading Long Term Care Checklist
Activities for Alzheimer 10 easy activities for your loved one with Alzheimer and Dementia. Managing Alzheimer's and dementia is challenging. A good way to keep your loved one engaged is using simple activities. Also, keeping your loved one active during the day is beneficial for managing sleep disturbances that can come with Alzheimer's. A great… Continue reading 10 Easy Activities For Alzheimer
Healthy eating is important for healthy aging. Healthy eating is key for brain and heart health which can help prevent chronic conditions as we age. Maintaining a healthy diet and weight is crucial for overall healthy aging. (Friends: The links in this post are affiliate links. The Aging Authority will be compensated when you make… Continue reading Healthy Eating for Healthy Aging
Choosing Home Care for Your Loved One Choosing a home care agency for your aging loved one can be a challenge. Like other types of purchases, it pays to do your research and compare options. Senior care is one of the fastest growing industries in the country. There are large differences among competitors in the… Continue reading Choosing a Home Care Agency- The Ultimate Cheat Sheet
Healthy meal prep can promote both enjoyment and health in the elderly. Favorite recipes can provide comfort, spark happy memories and bring people together. Holidays are often celebrated with a family meal. The memories surrounding those meals can often be some of the happiest times in ones life. Continue reading for tips on healthy meal… Continue reading Healthy Meal Prep for Elderly
Visiting elderly loved ones in Memory care. Does it make a difference? How do you make the most of the visit? Recently, I had the opportunity to interview Laura Smothers-Chu of Befriended Heart which is a practical and optimistic step-by-step approach to dementia, tailored to daughters https://www.joyindementia.com/ Many of the helpful tips I received from… Continue reading Visiting Elderly in Memory Care
Alzheimer's Disease and Sundowning. Caring for a loved one that suffers from Alzheimer's disease or Dementia can become very exhausting for the caregiver. Your loved one my become irrational or exhibit erratic behavior. For more information about Care Giver Burnout, click HERE. Additionally, they may begin wandering or begin suffering from a condition known as… Continue reading Alzheimer’s Disease and Sundowning
Caring for Elderly Parents, what legal documents do you need? When faced with being a caregiver for an aging loved one, it is always best to plan ahead. This includes the legal aspects. The legal terms and documents that are important in relation to being someone’s caregiver can be very confusing. We recommend this Checklist for… Continue reading Caring for Elderly Parents -Legal Documents