Nutrition is vital to physical, mental, and emotional health. Bad eating habits could lead to heart disease, extreme weight loss, poor immune function, and other dangerous health issues. However, family caregivers can use the following tips to address their senior loved ones’ eating problems. Add More Taste By monitoring your…
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As a family caregiver, you understandably want to do whatever you can to protect your senior loved one from things that might harm him or her. It may seem like this is easier said than done with a new threat like coronavirus. However, there are some practical and beneficial steps…
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Sharing your caregiving responsibilities with others takes some of the burden off your shoulders. Your senior loved one also benefits when people provide him or her with care that falls within the realm of their expertise and greatest abilities. Figuring out how to share your duties with other people does…
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At a certain point, all seniors need to sit down and make decisions about their futures. Your aging loved one may need to decide who will make decisions for him or her if he or she becomes incapacitated and outline what the rest of the family is to do as…
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One of the top challenges family caregivers can face is handling anger in a senior loved one living with dementia. Aggression could make a difficult situation worse and lead to other problems. Below are some of the causes of anger in seniors with dementia and how to manage each situation….
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Growing older can present many obstacles for seniors and their families. Without recognizing these challenges, your elderly parent cannot take preventive measures to protect his or her mental, emotional, and physical health. Below are some of the most common challenges older adults face these days and tips to help your…
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One of the most common conditions among the elderly is chronic pain, and it can decrease independence and negatively impact mental health. The pain is unpleasant and often leads to combative behavior. Below are some tips that can help your elderly loved one handle chronic pain and boost his or…
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No matter what steps older adults take to preserve their physical and mental health, there comes a point where the body and mind slowly begin to change. While many of these changes are perfectly natural, seniors and their family members should be on the lookout for any signs of serious…
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After your senior loved one has been diagnosed with dementia, you may have many questions about how to take care of him or her. With dementia comes many changes that may not always be evident at the time of your loved one’s diagnosis. You may also feel strange about making…
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People sometimes associate financial woes with younger adults who are just starting out. However, many people also experience challenges with money as they approach the later years in life. Seniors who have retired or can no longer work full-time often have limited budgets that impact their financial decisions. As your…
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