Why Is Respite Care So Very Important?
Respite care is something that family caregivers truly need to prioritize as often as possible. They may not realize just how much they need it, or the benefits that seniors also get from having home care assistance right there and ready to help. Here are a few of the reasons that respite care is so […]
Signs Your Senior May Be Struggling With Daily Hygiene Tasks
Talking to a senior parent about hygiene issues can be awkward for both adult children and their parents. But as seniors get older their physical and cognitive issues can make daily hygiene tasks difficult. It’s easy to ignore the signs that your senior parent may be having trouble with hygiene. But if you notice signs […]
How Family Caregivers Can Help Seniors Fight Cancer
Research shows that the number one risk factor for developing cancer is age. A whopping 60% of new cancer diagnoses each year occur in seniors over the age of 65. And 66 is the median age for getting cancer. If you are a family caregiver for a senior parent, there is a strong possibility that […]
Healthy Low Calorie Snacks Seniors Will Love
According to research more than 15 million adults over the age of 50 are considered obese. And a large number of seniors over the age of 65 who aren’t technically considered obese are still overweight. Being overweight raises that risk of seniors developing serious health problems like diabetes. Doctors strongly recommend that seniors focus on […]
Seven Ways to Spend Time Together During Family Fun Month
While it’s unknown what exactly led to the establishment of Family Fun Month, it’s likely the last summer hurrah for families before school resumes. Your family wants to gather for one more big gathering with your dad. What are some of the best ways to spend time together during Family Fun Month? Here are a […]
6 Things Long-Distance Family Members Can Do to Help an Aging Parent
Your mom is getting older, but you live on the other side of the country and cannot check in as much as you’d like. You can call her on the phone, but that doesn’t give a full picture of how she’s doing. How can you help her when you can’t visit more than once or […]
A Day with Personal Care at Home
Daily routines are typically something that seniors don’t think much about until they start to run into difficulty maintaining them. Having personal care at home is a great way to ensure that seniors are able to have the assistance that they need at every point during the day. Here are some examples. Starting the Day […]
How Does Companion Care at Home Support Mental Health for Seniors?
Emotional well-being plays a crucial role in the overall health and happiness of aging adults. So many seniors, especially aging adults who live on their own, don’t have an outlet for getting the social engagement and mental health support that they truly need. Companion care at home is a great way to fill that gap. […]
What’s the Link Between Oral Health and Chronic Diseases in Seniors?
Maintaining good oral health is essential for overall well-being, especially for aging adults who may be more susceptible to chronic diseases. Surprisingly, poor oral health can contribute to the development or worsening of various chronic conditions prevalent in the aging population, such as heart disease and diabetes. Having help with daily dental care from senior […]
Understanding the Importance of Magnesium
Magnesium is essential for several body processes, including preserving strong bones, muscles, and neurons. In order for seniors to get the nutrients they need, including magnesium, they need home care assistance and support from loved ones. Why Is Magnesium Important? If seniors or loved ones are worried about magnesium levels, they can talk to medical […]
