As our loved ones age, they may often struggle to do tasks that they could easily do in the past. Medical conditions such as arthritis and others can make bending or stretching limbs very difficult. This in turn makes previously easy jobs such as bathing, laundry, and much more difficult. If you are facing such…
For those who are caring for elderly loved ones at home, you probably have toyed with the idea of sending them to an assisted living community. This is especially so if leaving them alone at home for any amount of time endangers their safety. Unsurprisingly, it can be rather heart-wrenching for individuals who have to…
One of the inevitable consequences in life is aging. It can be especially hard when we realize that our parents or grandparents can no longer live on their own and need specialized care. When this happens, many Americans find themselves in such a situation and this often triggers a search for care communities to assist…
Staying indoors may feel more comfortable, fewer pests, the convenience of air conditioning and heating, but what is it about the outdoors that makes it so appealing? Many studies have discovered that going outside has significant health advantages for your loved ones. As age catches on, our loved ones may require assistance going out of…
Dehydration, which can cause major health problems, and is a common cause of hospitalization in persons over the age of 65, must be avoided. In addition, we need to stay hydrated for certain medications to work. In an ideal world, we can keep our family members from becoming dehydrated, but getting our loved ones to…
