The Long Distance Caregiver By Terri Murphy Being a long distance caregiver has a unique set of problems. The emotional drain of being too far from your loved one to provide any direct care can be devastating. It is hard to describe the fear that envelops you when the phone rings, hoping that it is not yet another crisis with a parent. It is something that you...
Do you have a family member that isn't adjusting well to a new move? It might actually be something a little more serious, there might be a diagnosis for their anxiety, confusion and over all decline. This article from "A Place For Mom" spells out the details of Relocation Stress Syndrome, tips to avoid it and how to help treat it if your loved one is suffering from RSS. Over the past decade, medical professionals have increasingly been diagnosing and...
The Challenges for the Working Caregiver By Terri Murphy At a time when companies are trying to increase productivity, reduce their costs and enhance the quality of their products or services, there is a growing crisis in corporations today that is preventing them from reaching their goals. Few companies realize the implications that working caregivers have on their internal costs and the company’s bottom line. Still fewer companies even know where to look for these hidden costs. Only one...
Preventing falls is often on the top of the list when it comes to family concerns, and it can become a huge undertaking when renovations get involved. One of the biggest topics of concern is flooring and what type of flooring is best suited for a "fall risk" senior. This article from "The Spruce" lays out all of your options, with the pros and cons of each flooring choice. We are not affiliated with "The Spruce" but check them out...
Handling and preparing for end of life can be so confusing, it can add to the stress if your loved one hasn't prepared with a will. Although creating a will can be time consuming and a little confusing there are plenty of resources for tips and advice to make that process easier. Here is a list of reasons to pursue a will and what happens if you have a loved one pass away without a will. This article is from...
Father's Day is this weekend (June 17th), here are some ideas for your dad (or father figure) that will make his Father's Day the best ever! Another great article from Daily Caring. Celebrate Father’s Day with senior-friendly fun Enjoying a fun activity together or giving a thoughtful gift are wonderful ways to show how much you care about the important men in your life. Get ready for a meaningful Father’s Day celebration with this round up of 18 senior-friendly activity...
Financial planning is often one of the most difficult steps when dealing with an aging loved one. Adding the risk of financial scams that are targeted towards seniors it can become a slippery slope towards disaster. Here are the top 10 scams that are often targeted towards seniors. This article is from "The National Counsel on Aging", we are not affiliated with the NCOA, we just like them! Financial scams targeting seniors have become so prevalent that they’re now...
Nutrition and the Elderly By Terri Murphy Eating well is important at every age. Good nutrition affects the quality of our lives, helps keep us healthy and helps speed healing if we become ill. Unfortunately, experts say many adults – especially older adults – don’t get the nutrition they need. One-third of people over 65 suffer from nutritional deficiencies. The incidence of protein-calorie malnutrition is higher among the elderly. Older adults absorb fewer nutrients from the foods they east and...
Dealing with emotions as the role of caring for a loved one can be difficult and everyone processes emotions very different. Daily Caring has published The 7 Deadly Emotions, tips on how to avoid getting trapped in an emotional cloud when it has become your to make the best choices for your loved one. We are not affiliated with Daily Caring, we just like them! An important part of managing caregiver stress is dealing with the strong emotions that inevitably...
Sleep is one of the most important parts of our lives, although it seems its always the first to go in a stressful situation. As we age sleep is just as important as when we are young. The Sleep Help Institute is an independently funded non-profit based in Seattle that helps provide information on all things sleep related. They provide information on sleep health, mattress reviews, finding the best mattress for your price range, sleeping for children through seniors, and different...
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