Social isolation is always a concern when it comes to senior citizens, but during a time of health crisis, such as the current COVID-19 pandemic, mandatory social isolation adds additional problems. While catching the virus can be harmful to an older adult’s physical health, social isolation and quarantine for those who need in-home senior care can be harmful to a senior’s mental … [Read more...] about 3 Tips for Staying in Touch with Senior Citizens During Mandatory Social Isolation
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Changes to be Aware of With Age
There are so many positive elements to getting older. You will be more in tune with yourself, more likely to be assertive in terms of what you will and won’t put up with, as well as having better self-awareness. You’re more in tune with other people’s emotions, giving you insight and improving your social skills and interactions with friends and family. There are also some downsides – … [Read more...] about Changes to be Aware of With Age
Home Safety for Senior Citizens
Older people tend to need a bit more care and if they are determined to remain in their own home for as long as possible, you need to make sure that it is safe. Home safety at this age isn’t just about having good locks and alarms; it is also about making sure that your relatives can live safely without putting themselves in harm’s way. From installing wheelchair ramps to removing trip and … [Read more...] about Home Safety for Senior Citizens
7 Common Health Problems To Look Out For As You Get Older
Many health problems can be attributed to poor lifestyle choices, but there are some health problems that occur naturally with age. Spotting the signs early can often help when treating them. Here are just a few common health problems that occur as we get older. Vision Loss As a blogger, my vision is vital. I'm quite sure if I did lose my eyesight, I would (eventually) find a way to still … [Read more...] about 7 Common Health Problems To Look Out For As You Get Older
Living at Home for as Long as Possible
As we age, we all require a little more care but that doesn’t mean that you should feel obliged to move your parents into a care home the second they need a bit of help. For many people, staying at home for as long as possible is really important. Having familiar surroundings brings comfort and allows elderly people to hold on to their independence that little bit longer. But staying at home … [Read more...] about Living at Home for as Long as Possible
Aged Care Storytelling: A Push for Positivity and Understanding
Our senior years should be a time where we continue to learn, socialize and enjoy the same pleasures which we have loved throughout our lives. As we grow older, our minds are still curious and our tastes, hobbies and interest remain unchanged. We also still need companionship and stimulation to feel secure and fulfilled. Because of this, care programs should be focused on people's potential! For … [Read more...] about Aged Care Storytelling: A Push for Positivity and Understanding
Don’t Care For Your Parents At Home Unless…
When your parents begin to grow older, there is a time when, unfortunately, your worst fears become real: They lose the ability to lead a safe and independent lifestyle. Whether it’s the result of reduced mobility or of transformed cognitive abilities – such as the result of suffering from mild dementia – you know that you can’t let your parents live alone anymore. For a lot of families, the best … [Read more...] about Don’t Care For Your Parents At Home Unless…
Signs That You’re Aging and Will Soon Need Help Around the House
Growing old is something that nobody wants to think about, but it’s an inevitability that we all have to face eventually. However, the process can be slow and we might not take notice of it until it’s too late. Just think about what life was like a couple of years ago. Remind yourself the things that have changed, the difficulties you encounter now that you didn’t before and the habits you built … [Read more...] about Signs That You’re Aging and Will Soon Need Help Around the House
How To Prepare For Your Elderly Relatives Golden Years
One of the indisputable facts of life is that we always get older. Before we know it, we are aging more rapidly than we might think. This means turning our attention to take all necessary means to make life as easy for ourselves as possible in our golden years. This could mean pre-emptively taking care of a relative or our parents. When their work is done from a long and satisfying career and they … [Read more...] about How To Prepare For Your Elderly Relatives Golden Years
3 Tips On Looking After Your Ageing Parents
A lot of you will be of the age where your parents are becoming more dependent on your for various things. They will need help getting their weekly shop, going to doctors appointments or just need some company. If that is the case, then you should do your best to look after your parents as they spent years of their lives raising you. Here are some ways that you can help your ageing … [Read more...] about 3 Tips On Looking After Your Ageing Parents
In the Market for a Mobility Scooter? We’ve Got Just Where to Buy Them for the Best Deal!
Mobility scooters can cost a big amount of money. If you just look around, you will realize that, for its good quality, the price is just reasonable enough. But then, as you continue to check, you will also realize that you don’t just need a mobility scooter. You also need to purchase some extra accessories so things are relatively hassle-free. I keep kidding hubby that we need to get matching … [Read more...] about In the Market for a Mobility Scooter? We’ve Got Just Where to Buy Them for the Best Deal!
Finding a Caring Nursing Home
A subject that is hard to discuss is what happens when our elderly loved ones need full-time care. A friend across the pond in the UK, Michael Geraghty, brings us an article on finding a caring nursing home in Sussex. You can apply these suggestions to finding a caring nursing home for your loved ones no matter where you are located. A Caring Nursing Home in Sussex When you make the … [Read more...] about Finding a Caring Nursing Home
