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Your senior loved one may start to notice that he or she gets sick more often and that illnesses last longer. At first, your loved one may feel baffled when he or she needs another round of antibiotics or a minor case of the sniffles turns into pneumonia. However, your loved one may gradually become stressed out about the possibility of falling ill when it happens often enough to interfere…
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There’s no shortage of activities for your aging loved one to participate in during New Year’s Eve, so get the ideas flowing and make sure this is a time to remember. You can choose activities for the two of you or make it an adventure the entire family will enjoy. Keep reading to learn about some of the fun activities seniors can participate in on New Year’s Eve. 1. Make…
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As seniors grow older, they may encounter many health issues that contribute to poor balance, including normal wear and tear on the joints and muscles. To prevent these challenges from getting worse, seniors need to seek treatment. Below are some of the ways your elderly parent can treat the balance difficulties he or she experiences. Walking Devices Primary care physicians may recommend seniors use these devices until their balance has…
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The role of family caregiver can be lonely, frustrating, and frightening at times. Fortunately, there are some things you can do to support the family caregiver in your life. Ask Direct Questions It’s not uncommon for people to ask family caregivers if they need anything. While the intentions are well-meaning, it’s usually better to ask what you can do to help. Family caregivers appreciate direct questions. Instead of reassuring the…
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As Thanksgiving approaches, many caregivers will be busy preparing the dinner and organizing the holiday festivities. When time is scarce, it can be challenging to find fun holiday activities appropriate for seniors. Here are six activities that are sure to get seniors in the Thanksgiving spirit. 1. Doing Thanksgiving Crafts If you’re hosting the Thanksgiving Day dinner, ask your senior loved one to help you craft the decorations. There are…
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Being a family caregiver for a senior loved one can have a big impact on your life. Although caregiving allows you to ensure your loved one is taken care of, it may also increase the amount of stress you’re under. It’s important to take steps toward maintaining a positive outlook, boosting your own emotional wellbeing, and providing good care for your loved one. Here are some ways to stay positive while…
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Many people with dementia have fond memories of Halloween. They may remember going trick-or-treating when they were children or taking their own children trick-or-treating. Seniors with dementia can still look forward to Halloween festivities and enjoy the following fun and safe activities. 1. Watching Halloween Movies Watching Halloween movies is a great activity for seniors with cognitive deficits. While your senior loved one shouldn’t be exposed to scary films, he…
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Modern technology is advancing faster than ever before. Most older adults haven’t become familiar with the popular electronic devices used today. However, there are many ways seniors can gain the knowledge and skills necessary to take advantage of technological devices. Offer the Knowledge You’ve Learned Family members have the chance to spend quality time with their senior loved ones while passing on technological skills. Grandchildren might be delighted to help…
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Dementia is a progressive disease, which means the loss of brain function doesn’t happen at once. Your elderly loved one will have the ability to participate in creative activities that enhance self-expression, mood, and communication abilities and strengthen his or her engagement with other people. Here are some creative activities seniors with dementia can enjoy. 1. Ballroom Dancing If your loved one enjoys dancing, put some creativity into the moves…
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Caring for a senior loved one living with Alzheimer’s is an overwhelming task. There are many lessons potential caregivers must learn to keep their loved ones well-adjusted and themselves healthy. The Alzheimer’s Association, support groups, and community classes are great resources for information. When first getting started on a caregiving journey, there are a few things to consider. Educate Yourself Learn as much as you can about Alzheimer’s. Read about…
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