The Top Tools to Assist With Arthritis
For someone with arthritis, even basic, everyday tasks and activities can cause debilitating pain. It may result in a loss of independence, if the person begins to depend more heavily on others for help and support. Thankfully, there are many helpful tools to assist with arthritis that can both relieve pain and allow those with […]
Home Care Helps People Stay Active When It’s No Longer Safe to Drive
It’s a discussion none of us truly wants to have with aging parents, but one that will likely be needed at some point. Having the ability to drive wherever and whenever we choose is a key component to our feeling of freedom, yet as we get older, it may become no longer safe to drive […]
How to Plan for a Doctor’s Appointment With a Senior Loved One
When caring for an older family member, it is always a balancing act. You want to supply as much help and support as you possibly can without overstepping the boundaries that preserve a senior’s self-esteem and personal independence. It is particularly true regarding making important medical care decisions. There are a number of disagreements that […]
Help for Stroke Patients at Home Begins With These Top Strategies
Having a stroke is a scary, unexpected experience. The effects can range from minimal to life-altering, but a very important factor is clear: follow-up care is a necessity. Thankfully, getting help for stroke patients at home is an option. If you are taking care of a family member following a stroke, below are some of […]
Elderly Mobility: What to Do When a Loved One Needs a Wheelchair
Aging demands that we adjust to numerous changes. Our kids become adults and leave the nest. We may choose to sell the family home and scale down. Retiring from a long-term career changes our purpose and goals. And, health problems or elderly mobility issues may result in the need to use a wheelchair. This kind […]
Elderly Mobility: What to Do When a Loved One Needs a Wheelchair
Aging demands that we adjust to numerous changes. Our kids become adults and leave the nest. We may choose to sell the family home and scale down. Retiring from a long-term career changes our purpose and goals. And, health problems or elderly mobility issues may result in the need to use a wheelchair. This kind […]
Here’s What to Do After a Senior Falls
While helping Mom prepare lunch yesterday, she turned around, lost her balance, and started to fall. Thankfully, you were able to get there in time to ease the fall, so he was not hurt. Because she wasn’t harmed, there was no need to visit the doctor. Following a quick break, both of you went about […]
What to Know About ALS Care and How Home Care Can Help
Receiving a diagnosis of Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (also referred to as ALS or Lou Gehrig’s disease) raises many questions and worries, both for the person diagnosed and those who love them. What causes ALS? What are the symptoms now – and what will they be later on? Where can I turn for help? Approximately 30,000 […]
Caring for MS at Home
“Home is a shelter from storms – all sorts of storms.” – William J. Bennett When we think of home, we should be able to conjure up thoughts of relaxation, comfort, and safety. For a loved one with multiple sclerosis, however, the home environment is sometimes actually quite hazardous. MS impacts millions of people worldwide […]
The Benefits of Writing a Daily Journal When Caring for a Senior with Dementia
Keeping a journal is growing in popularity, for a number of reasons. Far from the “Dear Diary” days of our adolescence, it’s so much more than simply a way to safely express our secrets and dreams. Journaling is a fantastic way to ease anxiety, for example. It allows for creative expression through writing, drawing, even […]