Four Reasons To Use An Agency To Find An In-Home Caregiver For Your Elderly Loved One

Finding an in-home caregiver for your elderly loved one can be a daunting task. You want to find someone you can trust as well as someone with the skills to do the job. There are several different ways to go about finding the right caregiver, but using a placement agency has many advantages. The following are a few of the most important advantages. An agency will screen the caregivers Unless you have a relative or friend that you have known for many years, this is something you will have to do yourself.…

Nightly Postpartum Home Nurse Care: FAQs From New Parents

Bringing home the baby is an exciting time. You have waited for months to have this little bundle of joy in your home and the time has finally arrived. However, many new parents find that those first few weeks after bringing home a newborn can be some of the most stressful weeks ever. The new mother is healing from the birthing process, may be emotionally and physically drained, and their partner (if there is a second parent in the household) may be heading back to work.…

What To Expect As You Care For An Elderly Relative With Alzheimer's Disease In Your Home

Your vibrant and aged aunt is not as vibrant anymore and seems morose and confused. Now that appropriate tests have been conducted, the diagnostic findings confirm that she is suffering from Alzheimer’s disease. You were designated in better days to be her power of attorney, and so you’ve made the decision that the best place for your loved one is right there in your own home. Familiarity with her surroundings is not a given, but it may give her some solace to sleep in her own bed or see family photographs still on the dresser.…

Home Health Aides: Protecting Yourself On The Job

If you are considering employment as a home health aide, know that the job comes with risks. Since you have little control over the home setting in which you work, you can get injured while providing care to a client or find yourself in an unsafe or threatening environment. When training for the job, check out the following steps you can take to stay healthy and safe on the job.…

Care For Yourself As You Care For Elderly Parents

Are you responsible for the care of elderly parents? You probably remember the days when your parents taught you how to ride a bike and perhaps you have fond memories of the times they waited up for you while you were out on a date. Whether those memories or others like them come to mind, it must be bittersweet to realize that the tables have turned and that you are now caring for your mother and father if they are unable to live on their own.…

3 Ways To Help Your Elderly Loved One Feel Comfortable Through Conversation

Many people have a grandparent, or loved one in a senior care center. Even though you know that it is important to visit and keep in touch, it might feel challenging. As your loved one ages it may become harder and harder to know how communicate with them. This is especially the case for youth and young adults. The goal when talking with the elderly is to make it a positive experience for both individuals.…

Three Issues You May Not Realize Someone With Alzheimer's Disease May Be Facing On A Daily Basis

If you are living with someone who has Alzheimer’s disease, it may sometimes create a very stressful situation for both you and your loved one with the disease. It can sometimes be difficult for someone without the disease to understand how the person who is living with it is really feeling mentally, emotionally, and physically. The following guide will give you a peek into a few issues that someone with Alzheimer’s disease has to deal with on a daily basis that you may not even realize they are experiencing.…

Keeping Your Senior In Good Health During Flu And Cold Season

Senior citizens are more susceptible to coming down with a cold or flu when exposed to bacteria and viruses. While most people’s immune system can help fight off the sickness, seniors suffer from weaker immune systems. Their bodies do not produce the same amount of antigens they once did. This means when they exposed to viruses and germs, it can turn into a more serious problem that others would have no problem fighting off.…

Assisted Living: What It Is And Who Can Benefit

If you’re having difficulty deciding whether assisted living is right for you, read on to learn more about it and who can benefit. What Is Assisted Living and Who Does it Benefit? Assisted living communities throughout the United States are a great option for many aging individuals who want to maintain their independence, but still require varying amounts of day-to-day assistance. They offer a unique living experience for those requiring certain types of help.…

5 Tips For Helping A Senior With Limited Mobility

Whether it is due to a stroke or arthritis, limited mobility can be very frustrating for a senior. Not being able to get around easily can definitely reduce a person’s quality of life. If your elderly loved one has limited mobility, there are several things you can do to help him. Modify the Home If your elderly loved one cannot get around easily, his home may need modified. For example, if he is in a wheelchair, you can install ramps at entrances and widen the hallways.…