Parkinson’s disease is a neurological disorder that affects approximately 500,000 people in the United States. Approximately 95 percent of people with Parkinson’s disease are over the age of 60. Though there’s no cure for the disease, early diagnosis can help with symptom management. Parkinson’s disease is often misdiagnosed in the…
The body needs to stay hydrated to function properly on a daily basis. Dehydration is caused when the body loses more fluids than it takes in. Seniors have a variety of health concerns that may be attributed to other conditions but in actuality are caused by dehydration. Here are a…
When providing stroke care for a senior loved one, it’s important to take precautions to make bath time as safe as possible. Senior stroke survivors typically have a limited ability to move, which means they may not be able to react quickly while in the shower or bath. However, there…
When you’re busy juggling your responsibilities as a caregiver, the prospect of taking a break sounds wonderful. However, you should know respite care provides more to you and your family than just an hour or two away from your duties. These benefits of respite care prove just how important it…
In the later stages of dementia, your elderly parent could lose the ability to reason and have regular verbal or physical outbursts as a result. The combative behavior may be negative, but it’s your loved one’s way of communicating. Below you’ll find some tips to help you manage a combative…
Listening to music is generally accepted as a pleasant experience that can provide motivation, trigger memories, and bring people together. However, studies performed in recent years also indicate music has a variety of health benefits that include pain reduction. These studies suggest listening to music daily offers pain relief benefits…
Alzheimer’s disease was initially diagnosed in women during the early 1900s. Until recently, the disorder was thought to affect women more often than men. Researchers from Mayo Clinic were determined to learn why women seem to be at higher risk for developing Alzheimer’s disease. They discovered that the difference between…
Older adults need seven to nine hours of nightly sleep. However, as seniors age, they often experience changes in sleep patterns. For instance, they may have difficulty falling or staying asleep. Statistics indicate more than 40 percent of seniors experience insomnia for various reasons. Different types of challenges deprive seniors…
Approximately 4 in 10 caregivers experience burnout, according to a 2018 study by a leading insurance provider. While providing care for an older loved one can certainly be rewarding, it can also be time-consuming and demanding at times. Luckily, there are some ways you can create a self-care schedule that…
Sometimes seniors need to reflect on their past experiences because it can offer them a fresh perspective on their current lives. Here are some types of memories your elderly loved one should try to focus on and why each type is important. 1. Happy Memories Some of the best events…