Being diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease can, understandably, be concerning for any older adult receiving this news. This is also true for family caregivers who will be providing care for senior loved ones with this progressive condition, since it can produce a mix of physical and cognitive symptoms. Below are some tips to keep in mind when caring for a loved…
Nutrition can play an important role in cerebrovascular health after experiencing a stroke. Offering elderly stroke survivors nutrient-dense foods may promote healing while reducing the risk of a second event. Here are six healthy foods stroke survivors can and should eat. 1. Fresh Fish Fresh fish, especially fatty fish such as salmon, is an excellent source of omega-3 fatty…
Helping your senior loved one get his or her affairs in order can be stressful, but taking the right steps toward organization can make it much easier for both of you to manage. Here are several ways to assist your loved one with estate planning. 1. Designate a Health Care Power of Attorney Encourage your loved one to choose…
It’s common for family caregivers to focus solely on their senior loved ones’ health while pushing their own wellbeing to the side. Doing this could lead to serious health conditions, but there are steps they can take to maintain good physical and emotional health. If you’re providing care for an aging loved one, here are some tips you can use…
Regular exercise can help older adults reduce their risk of developing conditions like diabetes and heart disease while also keeping their bones, joints, and muscles strong and healthy to minimize mobility and flexibility issues. If your aging loved one has been mostly sedentary in the past, he or she may need some assistance getting into the habit of exercising on…
First documented by English surgeon James Parkinson in the early 1800s, Parkinson’s disease is a progressive nervous system disorder that can produce a wide range of physical symptoms. These symptoms are collectively termed parkinsonism, and parkinsonism is often further broken down into two more specific types of Parkinson’s disease, sometimes called idiopathic parkinsonism and atypical parkinsonism. There are a variety…
The safe and affordable services offered by respite care allow seniors to age in place and give family caregivers peace of mind while they’re away. The type of care your elderly loved one receives is based on his or her current health and the needs of your family. Take a look at some of the reasons at-home respite care is…
It’s not unusual for seniors with Alzheimer’s to exhibit aggressive behavior from time to time. There are many possible reasons for an unpleasant attitude. Sometimes knowing the cause can prevent further upsets. However, regardless of the reason, it’s important to remain calm and not take the aggression personally. Show Respect Remember your loved one acts out because of the…
Alzheimer’s disease has a better prognosis for seniors when it’s caught early. Memory loss is one of the hallmark signs of this disease, yet there are also other symptoms you might notice your senior loved one experience in the early stages. Watch out for these signs and symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease and arrange for a medical evaluation if you notice…
Keeping an elderly diabetic physically fit and active is vital. In addition to the other health benefits regular exercise can provide, it can also keep A1C and blood glucose levels consistently lower and can prevent insulin resistance by making the body more sensitive to insulin levels. The following exercises may be helpful if your senior loved one has diabetes. …
