The Family Caregiver Alliance recommends when taking care of an elderly loved one, that family members need to work cooperatively. Here are some tips for holding a productive family meeting where everyone feels heard. When taking care of an elderly parent or another relative, family members need to work cooperatively. The more people participating in care, the less alone a…
Adult children visiting older parents during the holidays may be upset or stressed by what they notice. But don’t be tempted to jump in and try to solve every issue at once. Here’s a practical guide to enjoying the holidays while still offering help. According to AgingSolutions.com, If they are visiting older parents and relatives several time zones away for…
This holiday season, be aware of your aging parent's physical and mental capacity during your visit. Here are some tips to help, taken from the Huffington Post. Elder care is a growing issue in society. Caregiving at a distance can be difficult, stressful and time-consuming. And often the only time caregivers see the loved one is on a family visit,…
The holidays can bring more stress to an already busy caregiver. Here are 10 tips to help caregivers reset their expectations and enjoy the little moments during the holiday season. For some family caregivers, the holidays can be a joyful time when spirits are lighter. It feels good to care for loved ones and enjoy time together, celebrating with family…
Creating a positive environment, conducive to a senior’s comfort and needs, can help reinforce well-being for those suffering from Alzheimer’s. Alzheimers.net provides some ways to help. Alzheimer’s disease changes how seniors interpret their environment. Names, places and people they know become unfamiliar, leading to disorientation, stress and isolation. But creating a positive environment, conducive to a senior’s comforts and needs,…
It’s no surprise that Alzheimer’s caregivers frequently report high levels of stress. It can be an overwhelming job. This article from the Alzheimer's Association give us the 10 symptoms of caregiver stress and tips to avoid burnout. Alzheimer's caregivers frequently report experiencing high levels of stress. It can be overwhelming to take care of a loved one with Alzheimer's or…
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Lung cancer is often diagnosed too late to be treated effectively. So, how do you know if you or a loved one should be screened? This Time Magazine article provides a lot of information and a quiz to determine your risks for lung cancer. Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer death among men and women, partly because the…
November is National Diabetes Awareness Month. Here’s a comprehensive look at diabetes from the National Institute on Aging. The article explains the disease, the various types of diabetes, the symptoms and how to manage it. Take a few minutes to read this article. Diabetes is a serious disease. People get diabetes when their blood glucose level, sometimes called blood sugar,…
Aging teeth and gums can lead to big dental costs and Medicare may not cover them all. Here are some cost-cutting strategies to help seniors maintain their oral health. When Jo Calk, 70, of Lincoln City, Ore., broke a tooth last year, she never considered seeing a dentist. Instead, she took matters into her own hands. “The sharp points of…
