5 Activities to Keep Seniors Social
Seniors Prefer Homecare2021-08-19T23:39:19-04:00Helping seniors remain social is one of the kindest ways we can assist them. Here are some ideas on how to keep your loved one social and engaged.
Safeguarding Your Marriage while Caring for Aging Parents
Seniors Prefer Homecare2024-04-15T11:23:50-04:00When you or your spouse are caring for an aging parent the added stress can put a real strain on your relationship. Here are some reliable ways to safeguard your marriage while caregiving.
Family Caregivers and Alcohol: Are You at Risk?
Seniors Prefer Homecare2024-04-15T11:24:31-04:00Once a family caregiver starts relying on alcohol more and more it can interfere with their ability to provide the care that’s needed. If allowed to progress, alcohol abuse will eventually place the health and wellbeing of both parties at risk. Here are some signs that there's an issue, as well as ways to get better.
Managing Caregiver Grief and Overwhelm
Seniors Prefer Homecare2024-04-15T11:25:48-04:00Feelings like grief and overwhelm are common both before and after the loss of a loved one. While the care recipient is still alive those negative emotions may cause indecisiveness and caregiver fatigue. After they pass-away grief can persist for months or even longer. Thankfully, managing caregiver grief and overwhelm is possible by following these tips.
Adjusting Caregiving Expectations as a Loved One’s Health Declines
Seniors Prefer Homecare2024-04-15T11:14:00-04:00One of the most difficult aspects of taking care of an aging loved one is knowing that no matter how hard you try their condition is going to get worse. Staying positive while caring for an elderly adult requires adjusting caregiving expectations as their health continues to decline. Using these tips should make the process go more smoothly.
How To Safely Spend Time With Grandparents
Seniors Prefer Homecare2020-11-29T23:46:44-05:00Unfortunately for many seniors, social distancing guidelines during the COVID-19 pandemic have made spending time with grandchildren difficult. Here are several creative ways to keep them connected with their grandchildren without placing anyone’s health at risk.
Why You Need Support as a Family Caregiver
Seniors Prefer Homecare2024-04-15T11:02:42-04:00Most informal caregivers are very supportive and generous people, and caring for an aging in place elderly relative can be highly rewarding. But most family caregivers also hold down at least a part-time job and manage a household while juggling their caregiving responsibilities. As a result, it’s not uncommon for them to feel exhausted and stressed out, which can eventually place a strain on relationships at work and home.
Ways to Combat Depression in Seniors
Seniors Prefer Homecare2018-11-12T08:48:55-05:00Most people experience depression periodically, but for those aged 65-plus it’s an oftentimes overlooked problem that’s on the rise. In fact, roughly 25% of the elderly population currently suffers from depression, and half of all senior doctor visits include complaints about emotional distress. On the plus side, if you’re a caregiver for an at-home loved one who may be depressed, there are several reliable steps you can take to improve their health and well-being.
Senior Caregiving: Helping with Senior Needs Beyond the Physical
Seniors Prefer Homecare2024-04-17T13:24:42-04:00Lately you’ve noticed something isn’t quite right with mom, notably that she seems lonely and depressed. And, that’s got you down too because you feel like you’re not adequately meeting her senior needs. The truth is there are many non-physical caregiving ways to help improve a senior’s mental wellbeing. Here are a few of the better ones to try.