If your aging parent is showing signs of dementia, then it may be time to start looking at senior housing options. Both independent living and assisted living are options for your loved one. If you have just started talking to your parent about moving to a community, then you notice some resistance. This is normal and it may give rise to something called transfer trauma. Keep reading to learn what this and how it can be best avoided.
20 July 2017
Individuals that are approaching advanced ages may realize that their healthcare needs are changing. This can often be related to the various changes that are occurring within the individual's body. While there are many senior care services that can be used to meet the needs of the elderly, it is a routine issue for individuals to overlook the benefits of these services due to being misinformed. Myth: Home Care Services Are Only For Those That Have Intensive Medical Needs
30 April 2017
There are plenty of in-home health care services that work to allow seniors to remain as independent as possible in the comfort of their humble abodes. Receiving assistance in their place of residence makes it easier for friends and family to visit. It also makes it a cinch to stick to a normal routine. Below is a list of the possible in-home health care services you can arrange or your loved one via their insurance, the Department of Aging, or local social services office.
12 April 2017
When your loved one has been diagnosed with Alzheimer's, you may be nervous about the future. As this is a form of dementia that doesn't have a cure, the goal is to provide treatment and care that helps ease the symptoms of your loved one and gives them a sense of safety. Early signs of dementia can include forgetfulness, trouble cooking, fear of staying home alone, or even difficulty remembering basic tasks that used to be easy.
9 March 2017
Wandering is a very real risk for those suffering from Alzheimer's, affecting 3 out of 5 patients. When disoriented, Alzheimer patients are at risk of wandering around aimlessly, and those who are not found after 24 hours are likely to suffer serious injuries or even death. If you don't have the resources to provide the constant care and supervision that is needed for a relative with Alzheimer's, consider signing them into a memory care facility.
19 July 2016
It is not abnormal for a person's appetite to decrease as they age. There are numerous factors that can cause an elderly individual to eat less, many of which should be expected as the years advance. However, when an older person begins to reduce their food consumption to the point where it causes negative health effects, it is time for caregivers and loved ones to intervene. Below are a few ideas that can help an elderly person increase their appetite:
18 April 2016
Alzheimer's is a degenerative disease that can impact a person's cognitive abilities and memory over time. This disease can be very frustrating to the person afflicted with it, and it can be heartbreaking for family members. If you are going to have a loved one with Alzheimer's move into your home and you plan to be his or her caregiver, consider the following tips: Make Your Home Safe A person with Alzheimer's can forget what items around the house are dangerous, how to properly use the phone, and where things are located inside a home.
13 January 2016
