Adapted from unsplash.comDogs have long been regarded as a man's best friend…and for good reason. Generally speaking, pets are loyal, loving, and protective – a pet owner’s personal caregiver so to speak.Pets have a calming effect on people. So, it’s not surprising that scientific studies support the idea that pet therapy is a legit...
There’s No Place Like Home!
Aging in Place With the Help of An In-Home Healthcare Agency “We raised our children in this home. I don’t want to live anywhere else!”“I can no longer reach my feet when I shower.”“Since my wife died, I just make a sandwich for dinner.”As seniors age, they sometimes find it difficult to carry out their usual daily rout...
What Do You Consider an Outstanding Caregiver?
I asked our clients what they consider to be an outstanding caregiver and here's what they said: As a Client Care Manager who has spent many years speaking with home care clients and prospective clients, sometimes, more importantly, listening to our clients and prospective clients, one of the subjects that we discuss, is what they consider A Gre...
Talking to Grandchildren About Dementia
“Why is Grandma acting so strange? She doesn't remember my name." It may be scary and confusing for a child to see his or her grandparents acting strangely at the onset and progression of dementia. While the senior needs as much assistance as possible, it is also very important to help grandchildren understand what the condition is all about, wh...
Avoiding Food Poisoning in Hot Weather: Keeping Our Seniors Safe In Summer Months
The outside temperature is increasing and the days are getting longer, which sends more and more of us outside to enjoy the nice weather. Seniors especially find a reprieve from the cold and chilly days of winter in the summer, and caregivers are all too happy to bring more activities outside so everyone can enjoy the day.Hot Weather and Food: ...
Summer Activities for Seniors with Dementia
Summer brings along longer days and endless warmth, a welcome change from the frigid air of the winter months that finds a way to penetrate even the deepest layers. For seniors who get cold more easily due to thinning skin, low blood pressure, and various other conditions, summer offers a break from constant shivering. Not only that, but it also op...
Recognizing Parkinson’s in Seniors: A Caregiver’s Role
Caregivers play an important role in identifying the symptoms of diseases that commonly affect the elderly. One such disease is Parkinson’s, which has an average age of onset of 60. While there is no cure for Parkinson’s, diagnosing it early allows those with Parkinson’s to begin treatment that helps control their symptoms and improve their q...
Anemia in Seniors: What Caregivers Should Watch For
It’s estimated that one in every ten people over the age of 65 have anemia, and the older someone gets, the more common anemia becomes. If left untreated, anemia can cause severe symptoms such as shortness of breath and extreme fatigue, making the caregiver’s role in identifying anemia symptoms all the more important.Let’s delve deeper in...
Signs of Vitamin D Deficiency in Seniors
Vitamin D is an essential vitamin for promoting a healthy body and immune system. While there are multiple sources of Vitamin D, it’s still very common for some people (especially seniors) to still suffer from deficiencies, which can have a negative impact on their health.Vitamin D plays an essential role in bone health and immunity, and as s...
The Benefits of Being a Caregiver to Seniors
The benefits provided by a caregiver to a senior cannot be denied or understated. In addition to assisting with personal care and assistance with medication reminders, meal preparation, dressing and grooming, a caregiver is also a companion for a senior who may otherwise suffer from minimal social contact. (more…)...