Family caregivers deserve praise and recognition all year long, but National Caregivers Day brings their hard work and dedication to the forefront of everyone’s minds. If you’re unsure of how to honor the caregiver in your life this year, don’t worry. This list gives you plenty of ways to make…
Maintaining regular doctor visits allows a physician to check your elderly loved one’s current health and compare the results with past visits. Seeing the doctor can lower the risk of many conditions or allow your loved one to receive early treatment that slows the progression of a disease that has…
Alzheimer’s affects millions of adults worldwide every year. However, the rate of disease progression varies from one senior to the next. Some may experience rapid cognitive decline within four years after receiving a diagnosis, while others have been known to live with Alzheimer’s for two decades. The symptoms exhibited during…
According to the National Institute on Aging, one in three seniors over the age of 65 falls each year. The increased risk of falling in the elderly may be due to a decrease in balance, eyesight, hearing, and reflexes that occurs due to age or a medical condition. Though some…
Resolutions are timeless traditions for many people around the world. The plans can be fun and light or more serious and powerful commitments. Here are some healthy New Year’s resolutions your senior loved one can make to boost his or her mental, physical, and emotional wellbeing. 1. Practice Mindful Eating…
When most family caregivers think about Parkinson’s treatments, they normally consider medications that can alleviate the tremors. However, the foods seniors eat can also have an impact on their overall health and level of Parkinson’s symptoms. In general, it’s important to eat healthy foods and get proper nutrition. Here are…
Seniors who experience a heart attack don’t always display the obvious symptoms, such as sweating or chest pain, which is why so many aging adults have heart attacks without even knowing it. Here are some of the silent signs of a heart attack that family caregivers should be aware of….
More than five million older adults in the United States are afflicted with dementia. Though Alzheimer’s is the most widely known disease process associated with causing dementia, there are a variety of disorders that also cause cognitive impairment. Here’s a look at some of the most common types of dementia in…
According to the National Council on Aging, one in four Americans over the age of 65 fall each year, and every 19 minutes one of these seniors dies from a fall. Many of these falls are due to the following balance-related issues. 1. Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo Benign paroxysmal positional…
Although many men are stepping up to the responsibility, women are still more likely to take on the role of family caregiver. Daughters who are also family caregivers face specific challenges, and you can use the following self-care tips to make sure your caregiver role doesn’t interfere with your health…