Are you a mature adult suffering from arthritis pain? If you are, you are not alone. In fact, an estimated 50% of those over 65 years old have been diagnosed to have arthritis. Although arthritis may not be curable, there are many ways to manage and relieve the pain. Hence, here are the top 5…
Person-centered care is an approach that focuses on an individual’s physical, mental, and emotional needs. This approach requires caregivers to tailor their services according to the patients’ care preferences, which include their lifestyle values and beliefs. Providing person-centered care is important for our loved ones. Here are the seven benefits of person-centered care that you…
Memory loss is the most common indicator of Alzheimer’s disease. However, many other symptoms can dramatically alter the day-to-day life of an individual with Alzheimer’s. These symptoms include the inability to complete routine tasks, confusion, difficulty communicating with others, and social withdrawal. The patient may also experience a variety of changes in mood and personality,…
It is an exceedingly common scenario: you see that your parents are behind on the bills or haven’t filed their taxes or missed doctors’ appointments. Perhaps their homes have even become cluttered or smelly to the point of being unlivable. When you notice this, you try and offer your help only to be met with…
As life continues to get in the way of us and our relationships with others, we can find it hard to connect with those we once used to hold dear. It can be especially hard to stay connected to elderly loved ones as they embark on a different life journey from us. Chronic illnesses and…
Emotional overeating is common as you grow older but what exactly is this phenomenon? Let’s break it down for you. If you’ve ever turned to food during moments where you’ve felt extreme emotions, then you were probably emotionally eating. Finding comfort in food is part of emotional eating and may feel like a relief in…
It’s common for your loved ones to refuse assistance as they may feel as though they are losing their sense of independence and identity. They also experience changes, both physically and mentally, that may be different for them. Hence, we need to understand how we can help our loved ones. Here is what you should…
Some parents want to age in place, while others decide that moving into a retirement community is the best option. But for some elderly parents, even the thought of leaving their homes is too much to bear. They begin to feel increasingly helpless and anxious. This can lead them to refuse offers of help from…
Anxiety affects Americans of all ages and is one of the leading causes of mental problems in the country. Given the uncertainties that exist today, from economic turbulence and precarious world affairs to the pandemic, it is understandable if your loved one is struggling with anxiety. The good news is that there are many approaches…
If you have a loved one who is living with chronic illness or is just getting frail with age, they may require general support and caregiving. Some people deliver general health care, meal prep, and transportation to their aging loved ones whilst there may be others who prefer to delegate the duties to a professional…