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...
Make Your Home Safe as You Age By Terri Murphy As you get older, certain features of your home that you have never thought about before may become a bit more challenging, such as high shelves and long narrow stairways. To the rescue are professionals known as Aging in Place Specialists. They are usually builders, designers, or architects who can help you remake your home to avoid potential problems, or at least give you a better idea of what you...
Activities for Those With Dementia By Terri Murphy It is universally recognized that elderly people with dementia lose their short term memory first and their long term memory last. For example, they often remember people and events from their earlier years, but have difficulty remembering what they ate for breakfast the day before. So what do you do with someone who can no longer carry on normal conversations? The short answer is “relax and have fun.” The long answer would...
Sibling relations are often the most difficult to handle in times of high stress, we may even revert back to our teenage years and begin arguing all over again, these tensions can be extremely high when it comes to an aging or ill parent. This article from dailycaring.com touches on just that, we are not affiliated with daily caring, we just like them. Let us know if this article helped you at all. HOW TO AVOID STRAINED SIBLING RELATIONSHIPS WHEN...
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