A Guide For Family Caregivers
Mother's Day Best Gifts for Elderly. You might be wondering about best gift ideas for your mother or grandmother for mother's day. Or maybe you are planning a trip to a local nursing home to spread some Mother's Day joy! Flowers and chocolate may not be the best ideas for elderly people. This list will… Continue reading Mother’s Day Best Gifts for Elderly
Caring for elderly parents is not for the feint of heart. Primary caregivers for an aging loved one often experience caregiver burnout. While it is not talked about enough, it is a very real risk. Care giver burnout is when caring for a loved one causes physical and/or mental issues for the care giver. This… Continue reading Caring for Elderly Parents: How to Share the Caregiver Burden
8 Signs & Symptoms of dementia. Many people start to wonder as their loved one ages if they are starting to have signs of Dementia or Alzheimer's. How do you know if it is just a regular part of aging, or something more? A great resource for this is Alzheimer's through the Stages: A Caregiver's… Continue reading 8 Signs & Symptoms of Dementia
House Sharing for Seniors. It is true that most people want to remain in their home as they get older. However this can be more easily said than done. An increasing number of seniors cannot afford to live alone, or other challenges make it too burdensome. Also, the increasing cost of assisted living rules it… Continue reading House Sharing for Seniors: The Golden Girls Approach
As our loved ones age, we may start to wonder if they can care for themselves. Their ability to manage daily tasks may start to falter. However, it doesn't mean that they won’t be able to continue living independently. Continue reading for 10 signs that it may be time to consider in home assistance for… Continue reading Home Health Care- 10 Signs Your Loved One Needs Added Care
Emergency Preparedness for Elderly Checklist. It is very important to be prepared in case of an emergency of disaster, especially for elderly people. This way, you can avoid being stuck without necessary items. Keep reading for our emergency preparedness checklist for elderly. (Friends: The links in this post are affiliate links. The Aging Authority will… Continue reading Emergency Preparedness for Elderly Checklist
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
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