The holidays can be a magical time – but very often, people are not feeling that merry. So much stress is put on us to make it “the most wonderful time of the year” that many of us find it the most difficult and painful time of the year. It’s also an expensive time of year, which can lead to…
During the holidays, family members gather from near and far to celebrate the season. For many families, this may be the only time everyone gets together during the year. It may also be the time when they begin noticing subtle changes in older loved ones that might not have been apparent the year before, sometimes recognizing early signs a senior…
Getting together with family over the holidays can be fun and exciting. It also often brings to light the difficulties aging parents or loved ones may be having in their day-to-day life. (See recent article Holidays: A Chance to Assess). With the increasing number of aging Baby Boomers, more and more families will be confronting the issues of caregiving…
It’s that time of year again! If you are planning to do some holiday shopping over Thanksgiving weekend, here are some ideas for you to consider. We pulled some of the top-rated gifts from Amazon’s gifts for seniors – so you can check these out online or keep an eye out for something similar while you are out on Black…
One of the great joys of the holidays is reconnecting with family who may live far away. But sometimes when adult children visit their elderly loved ones, they find significant changes in living conditions, health and wellness. This can translate into unsafe living, either not having enough fresh food in the house, crowded conditions, or a kitchen in dangerous disarray. …
Thanksgiving is a wonderful time for families to get together, enjoy each other’s company, and celebrate gratitude for their many blessings. But the change in routine and extra activities can be very tiring for seniors – and especially overwhelming for those living with brain diseases like Alzheimer’s or dementia care Columbus. Here are some tips for making the holiday enjoyable…
Anyone who travels often by plane knows far too well that flying can be stressful. Slow-moving airport security lines, extremely cramped airline seats and long walks to navigate terminals can become exhausting to anyone, let alone a senior. Many airports, along with the Federal Aviation Administration, have taken steps to ease the burden on travelers – especially older adults and…
Delirium, Depression, and Dementia are conditions faced by many older adults. None are a part of normal aging, and all are different. However, it can be difficult to distinguish between them, as the symptoms are similar. Families sometimes begin noticing changes that resemble signs a senior may need dementia support at home, especially when confusion, mood shifts, or attention problems…
Caregiving can feel like a “solo” job. Often a caregiver is spending time in the home of a client and may be the only person their client sees that day. This can be a tough job, so we want to be sure our caregivers are fully supported and understand that they are NOT alone out there, which is exactly what…
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), more than 1 out of 4 older people falls each year, but fewer than half tell their doctor. Falls are serious – one in five falls causes a broken bone or head injury. 95% of all hip fractures are caused by falling, usually sideways, and more than 300,000 older people…
