When Might it Be Time for Your Senior to Leave Her Home? At some point, you might need to help your elderly family member move into another place, possibly even your own. Here’s how you can tell that it might be time for this talk. If Her Safety Is in Question. Any time that your…
How Can You Protect Your Senior’s Safety On a Road Trip? Going on vacation is something that many families look forward to every summer. A vacation with your family is a fantastic way to connect, make memories, spend quality time together, and experience new things, or revisit places that are meaningful to you. As a…
A Senior Citizen Shares Information on a Part-Time Job Scam Targeting the Elderly To age at home, many elderly men and women rely on the help of caregivers. Some need elderly care services because they can no longer drive. Others need help with harder household chores like laundry and vacuuming. While elderly care services are…
Why Are Balance Exercises Important for Your Aging Adult? Balance exercises are any type of exercise that involves your senior having to rely on her body and muscles to keep her upright. Some types of balance exercises could include special stretches that work on her posture as well as yoga or tai chi. Your senior…
When Should Your Senior Avoid Exercising? As helpful as exercise is, there are some situations in which your aging adult might be better off taking some time away from her workout. Here are just a few of those situations that can lead to some rest time rather than exercise time. Her Doctor Tells Her to…
Fire Prevention Checklist: The Kitchen One of the most important things that you do for your aging loved one as their family caregiver is help to keep them safe. While you might think of this in terms of their challenges and limitations, it is vital that you also keep in mind other risks that they…
Red Cross Tips for Preparing Your Loved One for a Severe Thunderstorm March is American Red Cross Month. As a family caregiver, this is the ideal opportunity for you to ensure that they are properly prepared for disaster or emergency situations. This can help ensure that they feel more confident in the face of these…
How Can a Simple Slip and Fall Change Everything for an Aging Loved One? Slipping and falling is not something anyone wants for themselves or a loved one. However, the risk of slipping and falling increases with age. As people get older, they deal with more and more physical challenges due to diminished strength. For…
How to Reduce Your Loved One’s Risk of Falling in the Bathroom The bathroom can be a dangerous room for your elderly loved one because there are so many ways and reasons that she might fall and injure herself. Here are some basic ways to reduce that risk. Install Hand Rails Everywhere that You Can…
Mobility Issues and Your Aging Parent Mobility refers to a person’s ability to move in the world. Several factors can contribute to mobility problems; these include lack of balance, weakness, pain, joint dysfunction, and visual impairment along with mental disturbances. These can in turn lead to difficulty walking, getting up from chairs or a bed,…