Quick Tips for Decluttering the Bathroom for Seniors with Alzheimer’s
When seniors with Alzheimer’s disease live in a clean and decluttered environment, they tend to have a more peaceful existence overall. Decluttering is a big task, however, so it can help to start in small spaces. One space that is good to declutter for Alzheimer’s patients is their bathroom and Alzheimer’s care providers can help. […]
Six Ways to Help Seniors Avoid a Big Fall
It’s no secret that seniors experience a lot of challenges and changes as they age. One of the biggest concerns is probably around the possibility of experiencing a fall, especially because a fall can lead to some significant injuries that last. There are a lot of ways that families can help their aging adults to […]
Tips To Help Seniors Spot Scam Callers
Seniors are often the targets of scams. And scammers who make spam calls are getting more sophisticated at finding ways to convince seniors they are calling from a legitimate business. They can spoof numbers to fool seniors into thinking their bank, their pharmacy, or their relatives are calling them. Even seniors who are pretty savvy […]
4 Environmental Considerations for People with Alzheimer’s Disease
Designing a supportive and safe environment is an essential step for individuals with Alzheimer’s disease. When family caregivers pay attention to what seems on the surface to be small details, that helps to make a huge difference for people who have Alzheimer’s disease. Visual stimuli, noises, lighting, and other seemingly small details are part of […]
Winter Activities for Seniors
When you are caring for a senior loved one in the winter, you may be thinking about how to keep them busy and physically active. They won’t be able to sled with your kids or even go on a snow hike, but there are tons of other winter activities that your senior can do this […]
Facts to Know During Summer Sun Safety Month
Summer Sun Safety Month falls in August as it’s often the hottest month of the year in many areas. Your dad loves to spend time outside, but you worry about him being out in the sun. Here are the facts you need to know about staying safe in the sun and how senior home care […]
Keep Your Mom Safe During a Heatwave
Heat advisories are being issued across the country. From some of the southern states to parts of the West Coast, the temperatures are extreme. Your mom lives alone, and you worry about her in the heat. What can you do to keep her safe during a heatwave, and how can senior home care help? Have […]
What You and Your Senior Need to Know about Hypothermia
Hypothermia is a health issue that arises when your senior is too cold and her body temperature drops too low. Extended hypothermia can be fatal, so it’s vital to understand what causes hypothermia and what your senior can do to avoid it. Personal care at home providers can be essential in helping your senior avoid […]
How to Help Seniors Battle The Bitter Winter Air
Winter is here, and your seniors or loved ones will start getting very cold even in the house. Certain conditions can restrict the blood flow, making a senior feel colder in the winter, or they may have medications that make them feel colder than the average person. As a person ages, the fat under the […]
Technology That Can Help Your Mom With Aging Alone
As of 2018, approximately 14.3 million older adults lived alone. Of those, 9.5 million were women. If your mom’s expressed the desire to age at home, she’s not the only one. Around 44 percent of U.S. women who are 75 or older were living alone in 2018. Living alone doesn’t have to mean risking your […]
