Home Care’s Role in Helping Seniors Thrive
Recently, we discussed the signs and symptoms of geriatric failure to thrive. These symptoms, including impaired physical function, malnutrition, depression, and cognitive impairment are important signs to look out for in your loved one. If you do notice several signs of failure to thrive and realize the time and skills needed to properly assist are […]
Eating to Live: Nutrition and Failure to Thrive
Many people are picky eaters. As we age, our appetites can change, and age-related issues may make eating properly or getting out to buy healthy food difficult. However, not eating properly or losing weight without trying may be a sign of failure to thrive in an older adult. Identifying & Treating the Issue Because decline […]
Staying Social Helps Older Adults Thrive
Feelings of sadness and isolation aren’t uncommon in older adults, particularly for those who live alone. Depression, however, can be quite serious for older seniors, and lead to poor overall health. The American Academy of Family Physicians also notes that there are four syndromes that appear to be synonymous with failure to thrive in older […]
Recognizing the Signs of Geriatric Failure to Thrive
Older adults may be safe at home, but if they are experiencing feelings of isolation, lack of physical and mentally-stimulating activities and a decline in proper eating habits, they will be at a higher risk of developing serious health issues. Geriatric failure to thrive is a serious issue that many older Americans face. According to […]
Acting Out: Appropriate Caregiver Responses to Inappropriate Alzheimer’s Behavior
It is difficult for caregivers to see their loved ones’ behavior and attitude change as a result of Alzheimer’s disease. As Alzheimer’s progresses, people with Alzheimer’s increasingly communicate through behavior instead of speech and their inhibitions can become reduced. In some cases, it can even bring about inappropriate sexual behaviors such as: Making sexual advances […]
Caregiving for a Family Member at Home: Asking for the Help You Need
Alzheimer’s caregivers often resist asking for help because they feel that no one can take care of their loved one like they can, or they feel a sense of guilt when considering asking for caregiving assistance because it seems they should be able to cope. In reality, providing constant 24/7 care without a break takes […]
Finding Me Time: Combating Stress for the Alzheimer’s Caregiver
You’ve put in a long day at work, taken the kids to practice, gotten food on the table. You’d love to kick back and relax, but your day isn’t over. As a caregiver for a loved one with Alzheimer’s disease, it can often feel like your day never ends, and stress and lack of sleep […]
In-Home Care Help for the Hidden Patient – the Alzheimer’s Caregiver
Caring for a loved one who has Alzheimer’s is a challenging job. Standing in front of your mother, father, or any person you care deeply about and having him or her look at you with no recognition at all is a heartbreaking feeling. Alzheimer’s caregivers push this heartbreak and pain aside each day and go […]
How Can Social Activity Improve Memory?
In our last blog, we discussed studies that proved social interaction can lead to improved health outcomes for older adults, from reducing risk of disabilities and depression to living longer. There are also many studies showing that being socially active reduces cognitive decline, including the following: The American Journal of Psychiatric Health published a study […]
Studies Show Socializing is Good for Your Health!
As we mentioned in our blog post, Staying Social the Home Care Way, isolation, according to some studies, can be as deadly as smoking. Take a look at these eye-opening results from several studies that support keeping socially active as a component to aging with good health. Staying Social Reduces Risk of Disability A Rush […]