Regular swimming has potential health benefits for everyone, especially the elderly. Swimming is an enjoyable and effective form of exercise. A constant heart rate is suitable for cardiovascular health. The elderly and those suffering from age-related disorders will...
When it comes to Alzheimer’s disease, there are so many different things that you and other family caregivers may want or need to learn about. It can be difficult or even overwhelming to learn about everything in each stage all at once. You may feel like you are never...
Your dad’s goal has always been to remain independent, but his battle against cancer’s taken a lot out of him. He’s not sleeping through the night, he’s often sick and can’t get to the bathroom on time. He’s weak and struggles with mobility. Those are a few situations...
No one ever wants someone they love to be facing a wound that is not healing. The key is to have the right help throughout the healing process to assist as much as possible with moving toward no longer having any wounds at all. That can be trickier with some health...
May is National High Blood Pressure Education Month and if your senior has been avoiding anything to do with keeping her blood pressure under control, that needs to change. Understanding the different complications that can arise if she continues to avoid controlling...
Here are a few facts to know for Arthritis Awareness Month. Very close to half of all U.S. adults 65 or older have arthritis that’s been diagnosed by a doctor. As not every older adult sees a doctor or admits to experiencing pain, it may be more than 49.6%. Of those...
You’re planning the care your mom needs after her brain cancer diagnosis. She needs surgery and will have an incision in her skull. After that, she will need weeks of physical therapy. She’s going to need someone to help her out with meals, transportation, personal...
Depending on the extent of your senior’s dementia, she may not be able to let you know that she’s in pain. So, how can you tell? Make Sure You Know Her Health Issues Caregiver Manhattan, NY: Seniors and Dementia Pain The more familiar you are with your senior’s health...
March is National Nutrition Month and while it’s important for your senior loved ones to get good nutrition it’s also important for you as a family caregiver to make sure that you’re eating healthy and getting the nutrition you need. Caregiving can be physically and...
Your mom’s health is changing as she gets older. She’s been diagnosed with a chronic health condition and needs support at home. Some of the most common chronic health conditions include cancer, heart failure, COPD, and stroke. What health care conditions can home...