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Taking Care of Number One: Caring for the Caregiver
At some point in life, we all find ourselves in the position of caring for someone else. It may be a child, a spouse, a friend or an aging parent. It may be for a day, for a short period of time, or for life.Read more…Two Phone Calls and a Funeral
OneTwo phone calls and a funeralTwo years after my mother died, my father fell in love with a glamorous blond Ukrainian divorc?e. He was eighty-four and she was thirty-six.Read more…Teacher Retirement System
Having been dragged through the grades by the scruff of the neck, most of us when told that teachers are just human like you and I, would put up a pretty strong argument to the contrary! Looking back however, and considering what they had to put up with every day of their working lives, I must concede, they were not only human, but super human! okay maybe that's a little bit overstated but what I'm trying to say is that they're, after all is said and done, not all bad.Read more…Center Retirement; Continuing Care Retirement Community.
The Continuing Care Retirement Community (which I will now refer to as CCRC) is not just another institution, it's a carefully planned out and caring home for the elderly to, if they so wish and depending on their chosen lifestyles, live in a thoughtfully conceived residential community with an environment that caters for their every wish. With differing services varying from total nursing care through semi-assisted residence and also full independent living, all depending on the health and mobility of each individual. CCRC's are increasingly gaining more and more recognition because of the vast and personalised services that they can now offer.Read more…Letting Go: When Someone Else Ends up Caring for a Loved One
Dealing with an aging and possibly ailing parent involves a lot of tough decisions: how much time and effort will family members be able to put into the relative's care, what types of medical and personal support will he or she need, will he or she have to go into an assisted living program or a nursing home. The decisions surrounding the care of someone who needs help can be heart-wrenching.In my own case, I was faced, along with my sisters, with finding a place for my mother, who had developed Alzheimer's.Read more…Fall Prevention in the Elderly
If you have ever had a fall you know the frightening feeling of helplessness that overwhelms you.Falls are the leading cause of death from injury in the United States. The risk of falls is greater for women than men and the risk increases with aging.Read more…Diet and Dementia - What Every Caregiver Should Know
For those families already living with an elderly parent or grandparent who suffers from dementia, these symptoms will come as no surprise. We all know what they are.· Forgetting the name of a family member · Constantly misplacing a purse, wallet, or eye glasses · Dramatic mood swings · Violent tempers · Sudden bouts of uncontrolled cryingAs our population ages, more and more families are struggling to deal with these symptoms.Read more…Alzheimer's Disease - Understanding The Emotional Journey
We know what we know and we like it that way. We all have our own ideas on how our parent are supposed to be. Maybe they are our rock.Read more…The Volunteer Handbook For Visiting Seniors
This is an introduction to both the resident's rights, and to some terms you may hear while visiting with patients. Even though the dog therapy visitor is not involved in health care, it is always a good idea to be informed of the "world" you will enter.A Resident's Right - Senior And Health Care Facility1 - The right to be treated with respect2 - The right to have proper care3 - The right to privacy4 - The right to make their room their home5 - The right to be informed of their medical condition6 - The right to refuse treatment7 - The right to participate in all the decision making8 - The right to have their business and medical care kept confidential9 - The right to communicate in confidence10- The right to have family present11- The right to forma friendships12- The right to privacy with a spouse13- The right to be informed in writing of any change of policy14- The right to manage their affairs15- The right to a safe, clean environmentThere are various disabilities that have prompted residents to move into a home.Read more…Retirement Home Corporations - Making The Right Choice For You
With the emphasis on HOME, it is important that you choose the retirement home that suits you. A little care and attention to detail at this point in time can avoid disappointment at a later date. By doing your homework and creating a short list of homes that can offer the retirement lifestyle that you desire, you can then check out other details like their retirement home agreement, health support, personal care and perhaps most important; retirement home fees.Read more…Paranoia and Dementia: They Often Go Hand-In-Hand
Dementia and paranoia seem to go together hand-in-hand. Just try to imagine how frustrating and frightening it must be to live in a world where your things constantly disappear, someone else is in control of your money, conversations often don't make sense, and you wake up every morning in a strange place. This is the world of the dementia sufferer.Read more…Cela DeGamba - Keep On Performing!
Today I spent some time with one of my favorite clients. Cela is 90 yrs old and full of life --a real fireball. Cela was a classical violinist whose concert career took her all over the world.Read more…Aunt Louise
It never ceases to prove out the frailty of some elders!! Start listening to your parents, co-workers, neighbors, or friends any time they relate a story regarding an elder that is hospitalized.Read more…Elderly in Jeopardy During Heat Wave
Summer heat waves pose a very real danger to the elderly. Normally, our body controls and regulates elevated temperature by allowing heat loss through the skin and by evaporation. As we age, our ability to control the body's temperature is diminished.Read more…Hearing Loss In The Elderly
Last Sunday my mother was visiting. We were playing cards when I began to realize how long we have accommodated her hearing loss.My mother lost the hearing in her right ear as a teenager.Read more…Congestive Heart Failure In The Elderly
"All I Heard Was Congestive Heart Failure. What Does That Mean? Is She Going To Die?Read more…Gaining Independence - When Walking Becomes Too Difficult to Manage by Yourself
I hope this article can help other people who are in the position of helping a loved one achieve mobility and their pride back. My mother, unlike my father when he was still with us, would stop at nothing to continue her daily walks and outdoor excursions. For the last 7 years my mother has been using a cane to walk as many mobility impaired seniors do.Read more…Caregiving: Distinguishing Alzheimer’s Disease from Dementia
If you’re acting as the caregiver for your aging or disabled parent, then you will probably notice the small changes in your parent before anyone else. Whether it is misplacing keys or forgetting names of people and places, or more noticeable changes in your parent’s personality or lifestyle, could you distinguish the signs between Alzheimer’s disease and dementia? Oftentimes forgetfulness and eccentric behavior is simply blamed on growing old, but how can you be sure?Read more…How To Prepare For Our Nation's Elderly Population Shift
Everyday 10,000 Americans celebrate their 50th Birthday. By the year 2030 over 70 million Americans will be senior citizens. As this wave of seniors marches forward we need to prepare for this transition.Read more…Alzheimer's: Why Caring for a Loved One is a Full-Time Job
As more people are diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease, more family members are becoming caregivers. It's not easy. "I already have a full-time job," a daughter said.Read more…
Most Recent Articles in Elderly Care category
- Retirement Gifts: Happy Goodbyes To Busy Working Days - By: Jnet Verra
Retirement calls for a celebration. Often, family, friends and colleagues throw a retirement party for the retiree, many gifts are to be given as well. - Senior care homes help elderly to live independently - By: Susan Andrews
It is not only the physical weakness that dawn once the old age arrives, but a feeling of insecurity in general also creeps in. This insecurity pertains to residence, finances, fulfillment of basic needs and other such things. - Exercise is Good for Your Brain at Any Age - By: Mike Ross
We tend to think that exercise is only good for the muscles, heart, and bones. It's also very beneficial to your brain. Find out why this is, and how seniors can benefit mentally from exercise. - Senior Balance - Why Does Balance Get Worse as You Age? - By: Mike Ross
Many seniors notice their balance deteriorates and believe it's just because they're getting older. But there's a lot more to the store. Find out the real reason why you balance gets worse as you age. - Care for Caregivers-The Forgotten Ones - By: Dr Georgina Cannon
It takes a special person to be a care-giver. But on occasion you may need to be reminded to take care of yourself. Remember, if you fall apart, there will be two of you needing care. - Three Steps to an Effective Fall Prevention Program - By: Mike Ross
Falling is the number one cause of injury in people over 60. The good news is that there are things seniors can do to help prevent falls. This articles outlines what you need to know about creating an effective fall prevention program. - Senior Exercise - Four Steps to an Effective Senior Exercise Program - By: Mike Ross
As you put together your senior exercise program, stop and check if there's anything you're leaving out. Check the areas below to make sure you're getting the most out of your fitness program. - Fall Prevention - Four Steps to Fall Prevention - By: Mike Ross
Falling is one of the most common causes of injury in senior citizens. Luckily, there a several things seniors can do to prevent falls. This article will explain four things the elderly can do now to reduce falling. - Why is My Balance Getting Worse? - Balance and Aging Explained - By: Mike Ross
Many seniors notice that their balance seems to decline as they get older. This article explains why this may happen and what can be done about it. - Retiree Gift Ideas - Acknowledging Retiree's Value - By: Jnet Verra
Retirees deserve to be acknowledged for all the years they spent in the company. So honor your retiring employees with memorable gifts that they can cherish forever.