Category Archives: Senior Care
Adult Day Care for Caregivers
It’s no secret that being the primary caregiver of a sick elderly family member can be stressful—especially if you’re doing it full time. As a human, you also need to take a break and rest. It’s not to say that you don’t want to take care of your senior loved one. Taking a break only … Continue reading
Day Care for Your Senior Loved Ones
Caregiving is a challenging task especially if you and your other family members have full-time jobs to maintain. There will always be that anxiety if your elderly loved ones are okay at home—have they taken their medication? Are they eating well? You hope they’re not wandering around the house and hope that they’re safe when … Continue reading
Ways to Improve an Elderly’s Physical and Mental Health
As we age, we become more susceptible to mental and physical illnesses. In a new study, researchers at the University of California San Diego School of Medicine analyzed how distinctive factors, such as wisdom, loneliness, income and sleep quality, impact the physical and mental functioning of older persons. In fact, they’ve found out that physical … Continue reading
Improving Nutrition in Older Adults
A 2016 systematic review of adults ages 65 and older concluded that up to 83% are at risk for malnutrition. Malnutrition in older adults diminishes their quality of life and can lead to a number of health problems, including unintentional weight loss, fatigue, muscle weakness- which can cause falls and consequently lead to broken bones … Continue reading
Benefits of Social Interaction in Older Adults
Seniors have a much lower energy level relative to when they were younger, and this oftentimes limits them from going out and socializing. Several studies indicate that social interaction is strongly correlated to health and well-being in older adults. Social isolation constitutes a major risk factor for high blood pressure, depression, and cognitive decline. Here’s … Continue reading
Growing Old and Well
When the effects of aging begin to affect your loved one’s quality of life, assisted living homes is a good investment. This is because your loved one will be under the care of professional caregivers who could provide them with assistance in their activities of daily living. But going to a personal care home of … Continue reading