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Visiting your aging parent should be a mutually pleasant experience. However, there may be times when you notice unpleasant things about your loved one’s appearance or the condition of the place he or she is living in. Here are some things to watch for when you visit your parent and what you can do about them. Old Food in the…
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In the event of an emergency or even a routine medical appointment, having your senior loved one’s medical information at the ready becomes necessary. Here are several ways you can organize all of your loved one’s pertinent information. 1. Mobile Devices There are many apps available online that enable users to store health and medical information in one location. Using…
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Regular visits to the doctor can help seniors preserve their quality of life and stave off many health conditions. A doctor can perform examinations, often catching age-related diseases before caregivers notice any symptoms. Diagnosing serious conditions in the early stages makes them more manageable. Below are some of the criteria you should use when selecting a primary care physician for…
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It’s not unusual for older adults to appoint one of their family members to oversee matters in the event of their absence, illness, injury, or cognitive impairment. The appointed individual possesses a legal document known as a power of attorney, and many people have misconceptions concerning the responsibility. 1. An Incompetent Senior Can Appoint a Power of Attorney Once an…
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Families often find it difficult to care for their senior loved ones. Whether your family disagrees on how to plan for your parent’s long-term care or you just can’t figure out a resolution for scheduling issues, you can use the following tips to resolve your conflicts. 1. Choose the Right Time to Talk Over the years, your family has developed…
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Many seniors live on fixed incomes. When the budget is tight, seniors may not be able to afford certain expenses like heating and air conditioning. Energy bills tend to skyrocket in the summer and winter months when temperature control becomes a matter of health for seniors. Thankfully, seniors who are having difficulty making ends meet may be eligible for assistance…
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Studies show people are living longer than ever before, which means there are more senior drivers on the road today than in previous generations. The ability to drive is a key part of independence, and losing it can be devastating. Keeping your senior loved one and those around him or her safe is important. If your loved one displays any…
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Hospital readmission rates are high among the elderly. Oftentimes, seniors are readmitted to the hospital within 30 days of discharge for the same condition they already received treatment for. Ahead, learn why readmission is common among seniors, as well as what caregivers can do to help. 1. Dementia Seniors with dementia are at especially high risk for hospital readmission because…
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As retirement approaches, it’s only natural for older adults to get excited. After spending decades waking up at seven in the morning, meeting office deadlines, and facing rush hour traffic, seniors deserve to relax. However, relaxing is easier said than done, and seniors who are used to 40-hour work weeks may not know what to do with their influx of…
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Living with certain physical and mental health conditions may require receiving help from family members, friends, and outside caregivers. However, this can be extremely hard on older adults who were once independent. Helping your senior loved one preserve his or her dignity allows him or her to adjust to new health changes with a sense of independence and respect. 1….
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