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How Can You Get Your Elderly Loved One to Accept Your Help?

June 14, 2017 By Cerie Goldenberg, MSW, LSW

Elder Care in Philadelphia PA: How Can You Get Your Elderly Loved One to Accept Your Help?

Coaxing your elderly loved one to accept the help that you’re desperate to give her can sometimes feel like a losing battle. And if your loved one doesn’t trust the help that you’re offering, you might find yourself in a difficult situation with her.

Work with What You Know about Your Loved One

Your loved one isn’t a stranger to you so you have some inside information about what makes her tick. Rely on that information when you’re making decisions about how to help your loved one or how to respond when she tells you that she doesn’t want assistance.

Observe How Your Loved One Is Doing Now

The most difficult part can be stepping back for a moment and really looking at how your loved one is doing right now. It’s possible that she’s right and that she doesn’t need your assistance. It can also be possible that your loved one needs help, but not as much as you’re trying to offer. Try to be objective in your observations.

Rephrase Your Offers of Help

If your loved one’s biggest objections are how you offer your help, it’s time to figure out how to rephrase your offers so that they’re more appealing to your loved one. In general, dictating to your loved one or otherwise trying to force her hand is not going to be effective. Make offers rather than demands. Respect when she tells you no so that she doesn’t feel pushed.

Give Her Other Options

Your loved one might have problems with the fact that you’re the one trying to provide the help. That can especially be the case if the tasks are personal, such as bathing or dressing. Having other options, such as elderly care providers, can remove some of the embarrassment for your loved one, thereby removing her objections, too. When your loved one feels as if she has no choice and no options, she’s likely to be more resistant.

This isn’t a perfect formula for getting your loved one to accept your help, but it can certainly help her to understand that you’re just trying to do the right thing for her.

If you or an aging loved one are considering hiring professional elder care services in Philadelphia, PA, contact the caring professionals at Reliant At Home Care today 610-200-6075.

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What You Should Know About National Caffeine Awareness Month

March 3, 2017 By Cerie Goldenberg, MSW, LSW

If your elderly loved one is like many people, caffeine is a part of their daily life. From a cup or two of coffee in the morning, to an afternoon pot of tea, to the occasional soda, caffeine is something that most people consume regularly without thinking much about it. As a family caregiver, however, it is important that you are aware of the risks that your aging parent faces and the potential impact of their lifestyle choices as they age in place.

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Elder Care in Philadelphia PA: What You Should Know About National Caffeine Awareness Month

March is National Caffeine Awareness Month. This is the perfect opportunity for you to learn more about caffeine and how it might impact your parent so that you can help your senior make the decision that is right for them.

 

Some things that you should know about caffeine include:

  • Approximately 1.6 billion cups of coffee are consumed throughout the world each day
  • Each person in the United States consumes an average of 300 milligrams of caffeine daily
  • This amount equates approximately two to four cups of coffee each day, which is considered a moderate level of caffeine intake
  • Some experts believe that moderate caffeine intake can offer a wide variety of health benefits, while others advise that it can also pose risks, which makes it extremely important that you evaluate how your individual parent responds to caffeine
  • The effects of caffeine can start as soon as 15 minutes after consumption and can last for as long as six hours after consumption
  • Caffeine is not just found in coffee. It also exists in other foods and beverages, including tea, soda, energy drinks, and chocolate, as well as medications such as cold, flu, allergy, and prescription drugs
  • Caffeine has been shown to support better concentration and focus by stimulating the central nervous system

 

Starting elder care for your aging loved one can be an exceptional way to help your elderly parent live the highest quality of life possible as they age in place. This elderly home care services provider can be with your parent on a customized schedule that is right for them and their goals for their lifestyle throughout their later years. This means that they will be able to stay safe, healthy, comfortable, and happy while also pursuing independence, activity, and fulfillment throughout their later years. When it comes to helping them maintain their health and well-being, this care provider can be an invaluable source of support. They can help your loved one understand any guidelines or recommendations put forth for them by their doctor and create a highly personalized approach to care and support designed to integrate these guidelines and recommendations in a way that addresses their needs as well as their individuality. As a family caregiver this can give you confidence and peace of mind knowing that even when you are not able to be in the home with your parent, they are getting everything that they need to experience their best life as they age in place.

 

If you or an aging loved one are considering elder care in Philadelphia, PA, contact the caring professionals at Reliant At Home Care today 610-200-6075.

 

Sources:

http://www.caffeineawareness.org/

http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/271707.php

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Nut-Free Dairy-Free “Queso” Dip

March 4, 2016 By Cerie Goldenberg, MSW, LSW

Elder Care in Philadelphia PA

More people than ever are recognizing the health benefits of cutting out animal products in their diets and eating primarily, if not all, plant-based foods. If you have made this change in your elderElder-Care-in-Philadelphia-PA care journey with your senior, you may find that you are still craving some of those snack foods that were definitely delicious, but certainly not good for you. With a few creative tricks and swaps, though, you can keep up with your goal for your senior to eat a healthier diet while still enjoying some of your favorites.

Many plant-based versions of “cheese” use nuts to replicate the rich, fatty texture and flavor. If you cannot eat nuts, or simply want an alternative that is lower in fat and calories and easier to prepare, this recipe is perfect. Using eggplant and soymilk for the creamy texture and nutritional yeast for the savory “cheesy” flavor, this version of “queso” is perfect for when you want to dig in with some tortilla chips or your senior is craving her favorite nachos. Be sure to make extra so that she can share with her elderly health care services provider when they want a fast, delicious, and healthy snack.

 

What You Will Need

  • 7 to 9 rounds of eggplant
  • 1/4 of a cup of chunky medium salsa
  • 2 tablespoons of cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon of chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon of cumin
  • 1/4 of a teaspoon of fresh garlic
  • 2-3 tablespoons of nutritional yeast
  • 2 cups of unsweetened original soymilk
  • Sea salt
  • Olive oil
  • A sharp knife
  • A cutting board
  • A colander
  • A baking sheet
  • Two clean towels
  • Non-stick spray
  • Aluminum foil
  • A blender
  • A small saucepan
  • A small amount of hot sauce or smoked paprika to taste
  • Chips, veggies or crackers to serve with

 

What to Do

  • Drain the salsa and set aside
  • Slice the eggplant into thin rounds about 1/2 of an inch
  • Sprinkle the eggplant with a little bit of sea salt on both sides
  • Arrange the eggplant in the colander to continue drawing out some of the moisture
  • Allow to sit for 10 to 15 minutes
  • Rinse the eggplant with cool water
  • Pat the eggplant dry with the two clean towels
  • Preheat the oven to broil
  • Place an oven rack near the top of the oven
  • Lightly spritz the baking sheet with the non-stick spray
  • Drizzle both sides of the eggplant with olive oil
  • Arrange the eggplant on the baking sheet
  • Sprinkle on a little bit of salt
  • Place the eggplant into the oven
  • Broil for about 4 to 5 minutes on each side, watching carefully so you can make sure they do not burn
  • Flip them halfway through to make sure they cook on both sides evenly
  • When done, the eggplant will have a golden brown color and appear tender
  • Remove the eggplant from the oven and wrap loosely in foil and set aside
  • After a few minutes, wrap the eggplant and peel the skin away
  • Place the eggplant into a blender
  • Add 1.5 cups of almond milk to the blender with the eggplant
  • Add the minced garlic, cumin, cornstarch and chili powder to the eggplant and mix by hand
  • Add 2 tablespoons of nutritional yeast to the eggplant
  • Blend on high until the mixture has become creamy and smooth
  • Taste and adjust seasonings as needed
  • If you need to thin it at all, add more almond milk to the mixture
  • Transfer the mixture to a small saucepan
  • Place the saucepan over medium heat
  • Allow to cook about 5 minutes, or until it is bubbly and slightly thickened
  • Once the mixture is hot and thick, remove from the heat
  • Add the drained salsa to the mixture
  • Pour the entire contents into a serving dish
  • Top with the paprika or hot sauce
  • Serve with the chips, veggies or crackers

 

If you or an aging loved one are considering elder care services in Philadelphia, PA, contact the caring professionals at Reliant At Home Care today 610-200-6075.

 

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