Falls are the leading cause of injury among adults aged 65+, while most fall-related accidents occur in the victim’s home. Age-related changes such as declining hearing and vision, bone density loss, and balance issues can all place independent seniors at risk.
Although it’s highly gratifying, serving as a family caregiver can be physically, mentally, and emotionally demanding. Adding numerous holiday activities to an already full plate can push even the most seasoned caregiver to the breaking point.
Many of the nearly 40 million family caregivers in the U.S. believed some of the common myths about caregiving before they began helping a senior loved one. Here are four of them.
Families often find themselves in the middle of a crisis when they realize that they need a professional caregiver to assist a loved one around the home. As a result, important decisions are sometimes made hastily without seeking the guidance of someone who fully understands how home care in Arizona works.
Serving as an advocate while honoring a parent's wishes is essential for maintaining their quality of life. If you’ve never taken care of a parent before, here's how to effectively advocate on their behalf so they can live out the rest of their life with dignity and self-respect.
If you've suddenly found yourself in the position of caring for an aging loved one it can be overwhelming. Here are some tips to help!
How can you properly plan and meet for the needs of your elderly parents? Read on to see how you can make sure they are well cared for!
Helping the seniors in your life deal with depression during the holidays isn’t easy, but here are a few practical tips that can help.
As one ages, medical challenges are bound to arise; it’s inevitable. Fortunately, concerning strokes, there are positive steps that can be taken to minimize the risk, and in many cases, prevent a stroke from happening.
Caregiving can be an emotional rollercoaster filled with highs and lows depending upon the day. Here are some important things to focus on as the caregiving journey plays out.
