Elder Care Guide (Page 4)
Seven Signs to Look Out for that Show Your Loved One Might Need Senior Care Services
It's difficult for many people to see an elderly relative or loved one become increasingly dependent on others for help as they age and lose their ability to care for themselves and their house. When loved ones refuse to accept the reality that they require assistance, it can lead to dangerous situations, including falls, fires, and other injuries at home. Hiring a care provider for an elderly... ❯❯❯
Elder Caregiving and Your Family: What to Consider
If you have older parents, in-laws, or other older relatives who can no longer live on their own, one solution you might be considering is moving them into your own home. This can offer several different advantages. It is usually less costly than an assisted living arrangement. It can strengthen family bonds and give grandchildren the opportunity to know their grandparents better. However, there... ❯❯❯
How to address that a parent may have a problem with addiction…even in their senior years
Alcoholism can have an impact on us in various forms throughout our lives, from it affecting us directly, to it being a problem with family members, which may travel with us from a young age right into adulthood. Seeing parents suffer, often unknowingly, from addiction can be a difficult process to go through, particularly when it comes to confronting them. You have to think of all manner of... ❯❯❯
What Estate Planning Documents Do My Elderly Parents Need?
As young and middle-aged individuals and couples plan their estates, they frequently wonder whether their elderly parents have done the same. In too many cases, their parents may not have completed their estate plan or may have completed it long enough ago that it is badly in need of an update. In either case, the best thing these adult children can do is guide their parents to a well-respected... ❯❯❯
4 Signs Your Loved One is Experiencing Abuse in a Nursing Home
According to the World Health Organization (WHO), approximately one in six people 60 years and older experience some form of abuse in nursing homes every year. Unfortunately, most victims don’t report the case, while others can’t communicate how they have been mistreated.
It’s essential that families of those in nursing homes be able to identify the signs of elderly abuse so they can take action... ❯❯❯
5 Reasons to Retire in San Diego
When searching for the perfect spot for your retirement years, there is a lot to figure out. The location is the biggest question to answer, and San Diego might just be the perfect route forward. Not only is the weather great, but there are amazing healthcare options for seniors who may suffer from advanced care needs. So, if you’re sitting on the fence and need a little push in the right... ❯❯❯
5 Ways to Support a Loved One Through a Dementia Diagnosis
A dementia diagnosis is life changing news. This is a degenerative condition that will be there to manage for the rest of a loved one’s life. There are positive management tips and ways to protect well-being moving forward, but it is always a good idea to have a plan. Life will be different, but that does not have to be a negative thing. Here are five ways that you can support a loved one through... ❯❯❯
Improving Vaginal Dryness - An Overview of Causes and Treatment Options
Vaginal dryness occurs when the tissues of the vaginal wall are dry, thin and do not have adequate moisture causing painful conditions, while sitting, walking and especially during intercourse. Usually resulting from a decrease in hormone levels during menopause, vaginal dryness may also occur in younger women due to a variety of causes.
Young women who are not breastfeeding often complain of... ❯❯❯
Dermal Fillers for Over 60: What You Need to Know
As we age, our skin naturally begins to lose its elasticity and volume. This can result in wrinkles, fine lines, and a generally less youthful appearance. While there are many options out there to help combat the signs of aging, dermal fillers have become increasingly popular in recent years. Dermal fillers are injectable substances that help to restore lost volume and plump up the skin. They... ❯❯❯
At-Home Fall Risk Assessment Tools
Falls can happen anywhere, but unfortunately, many falls occur in the home. Per the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), falls are the leading cause of injury and injury death in those over the age of 65. Each year, 3 million older adults are treated in emergency settings for fall-related injuries, such as broken bones and head injuries. The best way to prevent a fall is to be... ❯❯❯
