Be Aware of These Parkinson’s Signs and Symptoms
Despite the fact that nearly one million individuals are living with Parkinson’s disease within the United States alone, the condition was perhaps first brought to the foreground by the diagnosis of Michael J. Fox. Since then, his foundation has funded breakthroughs in research and awareness that were previously unmatched, giving us hope for a future […]
Best Ways for Family Caregivers and Older Adults to Maintain Physical Health & Wellness During the Pandemic
While we can certainly see the light at the end of the tunnel, the COVID-19 pandemic has wreaked havoc on our physical and emotional health and wellbeing. Months of isolation and physical separation from family and friends has taken a toll on many older adults and the ones they love. Now is an ideal time […]
Caring for a Loved One Following an Early Stage Alzheimer’s Diagnosis: Part 1 of 3
Receiving the news that an older family member has been given an early stage Alzheimer’s diagnosis is life-changing. Thinking through the various aspects and factors associated with the disease, both now as well as in the long run, might be overwhelming. In this three-part series, over the coming months we’ll explore the early, middle and later […]
Top Tips for Minimizing the Effects of Sundowning with Alzheimer’s
As the sun begins to set, most of us can relax after a long day and plan for a quiet evening to unwind – unless of course you’re providing care for a loved one with dementia. Sundowning, or sundown syndrome, is a frequent occurrence in Alzheimer’s disease along with other types of dementia, and can […]
The Benefits of Journaling to Reduce Caregiver Stress
With the new year just on the horizon, now is a perfect time to consider new strategies which will help you be a more effective caregiver and also provide benefits to your senior loved one. Journaling to reduce caregiver stress is a great option, and journaling can also be utilized as an outlet to problem-solve […]
Traveling with a Senior Loved One? These Holiday Season Travel Tips for Older Adults Can Help!
It’s the most wonderful time of the year – for family get-togethers! With so many families separated by geographic distance, or just because of the busyness of life, we all anticipate the opportunity to reconnect with family members during the holidays. And for aging parents, the chance to spend quality time with family is especially […]
Bring Joy to the Winter Holidays for Seniors with These Creative Gift Ideas
Doesn’t it feel fantastic to find that ideal gift, the one that will make your loved one’s face brighten with joy? For the older adults we love, it’s perhaps even more fulfilling, considering that it can be difficult to come up with new and creative ideas. Aging parents have many years of acquired treasures, and […]
How to Make the Holidays for People With Dementia Safer and More Enjoyable
This season, you might ask yourself, “How can I help people with dementia enjoy the holidays?” Managing dementia is difficult on any given day, but add in disruptions to routine, extra visitors, decorations, and noise, and you can understand why the holidays for people with dementia may be a recipe for increased agitation, stress, and […]
Live Free Home Health Care’s Top Tips for a Stress-Free Holiday with Seniors
When it comes to celebrating the holidays, society’s message to us is that the bigger, flashier, and more costly the experience, the better. But for family caregivers, specifically those in the sandwich generation who are busy caring for both older parents and their own children and husband or wife, trying to meet these expectations can […]
The Perfect Gift for Family Caregivers, and Their Loved Ones: Respite Care
Although profoundly rewarding and fulfilling, providing care for an aging loved one also encompasses a wide array of hurdles that can create serious health concerns for family caregivers. And though it’s common for family members to put their own needs on the back burner to place the emphasis completely on the needs of their loved […]