The best way to take care of parents with today’s busy schedule A busy schedule can be pretty overwhelming, especially while caregiving. Our parents spend their whole lives with busy schedules and caring for their families. They work hard so that we can have a comfortable life. However, as we all know, aging is an…
Oral health and the elderly Maintaining good oral health is particularly important for the elderly, as they are more susceptible to oral health problems due to age, medication use, and chronic health conditions. Here are some specific issues related to oral health in the elderly: Dry mouth: Dry mouth is a common problem for older…
Caring for seniors after surgery Taking care of a loved one after surgery is tricky and should be done carefully. If healing after surgery does not occur properly, then there are risks of complications that will happen. Caring for your loved one after surgery can be stressful, both for your loved one and yourself. Surgery…
Life after caregiving can be overwhelming. My life after caregiving was a mix of emotions! But I knew my loved ones would want me to live the best life after caregiving. However, fear set in after the sadness and grief had become manageable. What was I going to do with the rest of my life?…
What is a stroke A stroke occurs when the blood supply to part of your brain is interrupted or reduced, preventing brain tissue from getting oxygen and nutrients. As a result, brain cells begin to die in minutes. A stroke is a medical emergency, and prompt treatment is crucial. Early action can reduce brain damage…
How Hoyer lifts can help family caregivers Family caregivers can benefit from the use of Hoyer lifts in several ways. For starters, it can help transfer a family member from their bed to a wheelchair or other seating surface. This can help reduce the physical strain that family caregivers may experience when attempting to lift…
Helpful Gadgets for Family Caregivers First, Our regular daily routine gets crazy when our senior parents get sick. From giving them medications to taking them to their doctor appointments, it becomes our prime duty. Leaving them alone at home does not provide us with peace of mind. What if they trip and fall and cannot…
Top 7 signs your loved ones need to be in assisted living. It is great when your parents are living and doing well. But when they cannot care for themselves or if your parent is diagnosed with dementia. In such cases, many families may consider moving their parents to assisted living if they cannot…
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