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What Caregivers Do

If you are thinking about becoming a caregiver, you should know that the job can be challenging but very rewarding. While every situation is different, there are some basic tasks that most caregivers perform. Here are some of the main duties you will perform as an in-home caregiver for aging seniors. Follow the Care Plan...

Is Summer Heat a Risk for Aging Seniors?

Now that the hot summer months are upon us, caregivers have to be aware that even slight changes in temperature can lead to heat stress in people 65 and over. A recent Harvard study found that even a 2 percent increase in temperature can lead to increased death rates for the elderly with certain health...

Be Proactive when Caring for Aging Skin

There is no question that the skin changes as seniors age, but there are steps you can take to help your loved one reduce the adverse effects of aging. Sometimes skin problems are the result of medications, but often concerns arise after a lifetime of bad habits and other issues that may occur in older...

When Seniors Pop Too Many Pills

Almost a third of hospital admissions result from the effects of drug interactions, and every year thousands of seniors sustain hip fractures as the result of dizziness induced by overmedication. Many of these same seniors are also on the road. According to the American Association of Consultant Pharmacists, some people ages 65-69 take 15 prescription...

Benefits of Tai Chi for Seniors

Seniors who have been active for their entire lives might find that they now suffer from disorders that prevent them from participating in the activities they once loved. Tennis, golf, bowling and Saturday morning basketball games may now be a thing of the past. Fortunately, low-impact physical activities like tai chi can provide physical and...

Solving Common Age-Related Vision Problems

It comes as no surprise that as people age they often experience changes in their vision. A minor eye problem can turn into a major issue if left untreated. For seniors and others, poor vision can affect their quality of life by decreasing their ability to drive, increasing a risk of falling and accelerating a...

The Skinny on Sweeteners without the Sugar

We’ve heard it all before. Sugar is bad for you, and some artificial sweeteners are not so great, either. Added sugar can contribute to type 2 diabetes, high triglyceride levels, low HDL (good cholesterol) levels, tooth decay and overall poor nutrition. Now it turns out that sugar may be a contributing factor to Alzheimer’s disease,...

How to Talk to Your Aging Parent

Dealing with aging seniors can be challenging, but it is important not to vent that frustration by using a poor choice of words and a confrontational tone. It is likely that your aging parents are aware of their failing memory, their diminishing physical abilities and their reliance on caregivers. Addressing seniors in an aggressive tone...

Home Health Care Agency or Hire Direct: The Best Way to Hire an In-Home Caregiver

Home Health Care Agency or Hire Direct: The Best Way to Hire an In-Home Caregiver Many senior citizens want to remain in familiar surroundings in their own home as they age. However, at some point it may become apparent that they need help with activities of daily living. The support of an in-home caregiver can...