Honoring Your Seniors During Health Literacy Month
You may have found senior care for your loved one, especially for the care that is needed for their health during the progression to their elderly years. Life is harder to live at home alone[...]
Should Seniors with Psoriasis Use Emollients?
If your older family member has psoriasis, the doctor has probably told them that keeping their skin from getting too dry is an important part of easing the symptoms. There are a lot of different[...]
How Can You Tell the Difference Between Caregiver Stress and Burnout?
Caregiver stress and caregiver burnout are two very real situations family caregivers experience. There are similarities, but there are also key differences. If you can take care of caregiver stress before it advances into caregiver[...]
Coffee Could Protect Against Gallstones
Studies have shown that coffee may have several health benefits, including protection against diabetes and Parkinsons disease. If your older family member enjoys a cup of coffee in the morning, theres more good news. A[...]
How Do You Deal With a Stubborn Parent Who Needs Care?
When you have a parent who insists nothing is wrong, it’s frustrating. Your dad hasn’t shaved or had a haircut in months. Your mom smells sour and sweaty. Begging, pleading, and reasoning aren’t working. What[...]
Is Your Loved One Dehydrated?
As one of the family caregivers, it is important to make sure your loved one stays hydrated. There are many seniors who become dehydrated due to not getting the proper nutrition or not drinking enough[...]
