Alzheimer’s affects every senior differently, but many experience behavioral problems at some point in the disease’s progression. To reduce the risk of combative behavior or prevent episodes from worsening, your family needs to develop a few key strategies. Below are some facts about the combative stage of Alzheimer’s and steps family caregivers can take to …
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Many seniors with Parkinson’s can expect to live for a long time with the condition. Although everyone with Parkinson’s gradually moves through the different stages of the disease, most people can live comfortably at home for many years. Learning how to provide the best treatment for your loved one can increase his or her wellbeing …
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Recovering from a stroke can be a long process for seniors and their caregivers. The body will need to rebuild its strength and control after the damage, and daily activities can become difficult to do without assistance. Here are five of the best exercises senior stroke survivors can do to regain strength, mobility, and cognitive …
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For many seniors, back pain is a constant source of discomfort. If your older loved one experiences chronic back pain, or if he or she has sustained an injury and is on the road to recovery, there are steps you can take to help him or her alleviate the pain. Keep these strategies in mind. …
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Typically, a healthy lunch should provide energy for the rest of the day while providing key nutrients every senior needs. At the same time, most lunches need to be easy to prepare and light enough to avoid tiring seniors out for the rest of the day. Here are some great healthy lunches to make for …
Watching as dementia takes over a senior loved one’s mind can be difficult. While you may long for the days when your loved one could easily respond to your words, you can still rest assured he or she may understand more than he or she lets on. The current belief is that seniors with dementia …
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As seniors age, they could experience many changes that have negative impacts on their bodies. However, there are some health conditions senior women are more susceptible to than men. Here are some tips for your senior loved one to follow that could help her maintain good health and prevent various age-related issues. Remember the key …
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Limited mobility can be difficult to manage. It may affect seniors in a variety of ways, from making daily activities more challenging to causing feelings of isolation. Here are a few of the top causes of mobility loss and the best ways to prevent this condition. Injuries As people age, slips and falls can take …
Caring for an aging loved one may be a challenging experience, and many family members feel as if their patience is constantly being tested, which often results in a variety of emotions, ranging from annoyance to outright anger. The following tips may help you keep your emotions under control while providing your senior loved one …
The ability to drive is a significant source of independence, self-sufficiency, and freedom, so talking to your aging parent about giving up the car keys is a conversation you and your family are probably not looking forward to. Physical and cognitive impairment caused by the aging process may make driving a car dangerous for your …
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