At Home This Holiday Season How to Have "The Talk" with loved ones
Wondering how to start the conversation with an aging parent about a sensitive topic? Whether you need to talk about moving, giving up driving, or bringing in help, knowing which words to use and to avoid can improve the odds of moving toward solutions
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Holiday Meals with Aging Loved Ones
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The holiday season is upon us! For many, the holidays are a time to gather with family around the dining room table, enjoying food and conversation. However, the holidays are often a time when many seniors become increasingly frustrated by their disabilities. As a family caregiver, it is important to be aware of any limitations that your aging loved one may have while planning a holiday meal. That includes everything from adapted cooking tools that will allow them to stay involved in the meal preparation to seating arrangements to help them feel comfortable with conversation during the meal. Meal Preparation:...
The Best Christmas Gift For Seniors Is You!
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As we all get caught up in the throes of holiday shopping, it’s important to remember the gifts that are the most meaningful. You probably don’t remember what you got for Hanukah or Christmas last year, because they were just “things”. It may have been the latest high tech gadget or even some bling or a bauble. Chances are by this time it’s out-of-date or in the Goodwill bag you have been meaning to donate. Buying gifts for seniors can be challenging, since they usually have everything they need, and the last thing they want is more clutter. So here...
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At Home Care Tip, Peaceful Christmas, Journal Entry Three, At a Homeless Shelter or Food Pantry
[caption id="attachment_649" align="aligncenter" width="300"] Peaceful Christmas Tip Journal Entry Three - Donate Food to Homeless Shelter or Food Pantry[/caption] Donate to those in need – Look outside of yourself - volunteer at a food pantry or soup kitchen, collect needed items for the homeless shelters, or volunteer at a homeless shelter. You’ll quickly gain perspective, better appreciate your blessings, and you will get a gift in return far greater, knowing you have made a difference by helping those who are perhaps less fortunate than yourself. If you find yourself feeling overwhelmed during the holidays, take a break. Find a quiet...
Winter Safety Tips for Seniors: Driving With Care
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Winter brings new challenges to seniors, especially while driving. Explore winter safety tips for seniors to keep you safe.
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[caption id="attachment_2556" align="aligncenter" width="300"] Christmastime Visits and A List of Things to Pay Attention To with Older Family Members and Friends[/caption] A List of Things to Pay Attention To (to name a few) During Your Visit with Older Friends and Relatives This Christmas: weight loss or gain, body odor, increased frailty, unopened mail (especially hand-addressed envelopes), plants and/or animals that look unattended or unhealthy, medications in disarray, evidence of fire (burnt pot holders), appliances that are out of order, clutter of garbage in and around the house, decreased or no social engagement with neighbors or in the community, rugs...
At Thanksgiving, an In Home Care Tip for November and December
[caption id="attachment_1930" align="aligncenter" width="300"] In-Home Caregiving Tips[/caption] In-Home Care Tip for November and December: Gratitude – It’s not just for THANKSgiving – Discover the Health Benefits of Gratefulness Year-Round. Keep a daily journal of those things for which you are grateful. Your health will thank you for doing it.
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5 Senior Home Remodeling Projects That Won’t Break the Bank
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Aging at home doesn’t have to be dangerous. Check out these senior home remodeling projects and see if one is right for you!
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Helping Your Aging Parents Quit Smoking
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Did you know that today, the third Thursday of November, is the Great American Smokeout? Each year, smokers are encouraged to use this date to make a plan for quitting or to quit smoking on that day. Smoking can be especially dangerous for older adults. According to the American Lung Association, older smokers are “significantly less likely than younger smokers to believe that smoking harms their health.” About 8% of those 65 or older are smokers. Even if it’s just for one day, quitting smoking has many health benefits. In one day, your blood circulation increases and your risk of...
4 Quick Alzheimer's Communication Tips
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Did you know that 1 in 9 people ages 65 and older has Alzheimer’s disease? Alzheimer’s changes the way that your loved ones communicate. Some caregivers may not see very many differences, but others may notice that it becomes increasingly difficult to communicate with loved ones with Alzheimer’s. There are some common communication changes that caregivers may notice as Alzheimer’s disease progresses. You might hear your loved one repeating familiar words, speaking in their native language or mixing up the order of words in a sentence. They may also have trouble communicating their feelings or speak less often than usual....
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