If your parent is like many seniors, he or she may be concerned about the memory loss often associated with aging. The good news is that while some age-related cognitive decline is inevitable, simple habits can keep memory keen. Here are a few suggestions. Use the Non-Dominant Hand Doing simple tasks with the non-dominant hand every once in a while…
In the later stages of dementia, seniors often lose the ability to control their emotions, which can lead to combative behavior. For many caregivers, this type of behavior can be overwhelming and difficult to handle. Luckily, there are quite a few steps you can take to address your aging loved one’s aggressiveness in a safe and reasonable fashion. You might…
Family members can find themselves thrust into the role of caregiver with little or no preparation. Fortunately, there are resources available that can help you learn about the challenges you may encounter when taking care of a senior loved one. An educated caregiver is not only better equipped to provide a high level of care for an elderly family member…
Dehydration is an often-overlooked health risk for older adults. If you’re caring for a senior or have an elderly family member who is prone to dehydration, here are some practical tips to help - another great article from the Cleveland Clinic. Imagine it’s peak summer and you’ve just finished up working in the garden for two hours, with the…
U.S. Census figures show that fewer older adults are choosing to receive care in a nursing home. Yet the projections also show major growth in the number of seniors who are living with chronic illness. It is clear that our population is aging, and providing quality care for our nation’s older adults is already beginning to challenge our healthcare resources.…
Caring for an aging loved one with Alzheimer's disease means there may be times throughout the day when he or she needs to stay busy while you focus on other things. Though it's easy to just turn on the television, try one of these activities that may reduce Alzheimer's symptoms. Reading Aloud Your loved one may have a difficult time…
Caring for an elderly relative while juggling your other responsibilities isn't easy, and hiring an in-home caregiver can give you the extra time you need to get things done. An in-home caregiver can elevate the quality of care for your loved one, providing the services he or she needs to stay safe, healthy, and engaged. Here are some of the…
If you’re caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s disease, you may struggle to identify stimulating activities that are appropriate for your loved one’s capabilities and level of engagement. Alzheimer’s disease can cause seniors to withdraw from family, friends and activities they once enjoyed. Engaging your loved one in a satisfying activity helps to reduce anxiety, agitation, depression, anger and…
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qy-UgzTUZY8 Patricia Dubroof: Hi, welcome to Book Chat. It's another great adventure, a nice afternoon. Speaking to you from Maryland, we are going to be visited by an author from Boston and our very own Steve Lorberbaum, who contributed to the book. The book is called Thriving at Home, A Handbook for Preventing Hospitalizations. And we're just going to introduce…
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8R9pkqY0KBQ Patricia Dubroof: Good morning. This is Patricia Dubroof. I'm here from Assisting Hands Home Care Potomac, and I am filling in for Steve Lorberbaum today, but he sends his best. And I just wanted to tell you a little bit about Assisting Hands Home Care. Steve and Kathy started Assisting Hand Home Care about seven years ago, and they…
