The Importance of Self-Care for the Family Caregiver
All too often caregivers place the majority of their focus on taking care of others while neglecting themselves. If you’re the family caregiver, then this is for you.
Barbara Brown
Everyone Should Have a Power of Attorney
Once an individual turns 18, no one else has the legal right to make a decision on behalf of another adult without a power of attorney. If your elderly parents have not yet assigned a legal power of attorney, should they become ill or have an accident that deems them incapable of making a decision, their future may be left in the hands of strangers.
How to Spot Elder Abuse
Many seniors reside in nursing homes and other care facilities, and some remain in their homes, receiving care from family members, neighbors, and hired home health aides, when they become unable to care for themselves.
20 Positive Short Affirmations for Caregivers to Motivate and Boost Confidence
As a caregiver, it is crucial to take care of yourself and be in a healthy & positive mindset. However, it can be difficult to find the motivation to care for someone when they might not show their appreciation or not be cooperative with you. If you are feeling down, isolated, or frustrated, do not let negative thoughts get to you. Affirmations can be one tool you can use to change your mindset from negative to positive.
Gerontology Healthcare Professionals: Who They Are and What They Do
Gerontology professionals enrich the lives and experiences of aging people and their families by collaborating with everyone to ensure that all points are addressed on behalf of an aging person.
Best Bedside Commode for Seniors in 2021
As we know that one of the most vital pieces of equipment for elderly people is the one that can assure comfort and easiness during their daily chores. And one of the most commonly used equipment for not only seniors but also people suffering from various medical conditions is bedside commode.
Taboo Topics: 5 Essential Questions for Your Aging Parents This Thanksgiving
Forget politics. Talk about something that may invoke gratitude and nostalgia with your family this Thanksgiving weekend instead of frustration.According to a survey by Capital Senior Living, 36% of “Baby Boomers” feel unprepared to start caring for their parents. This number is expected to rise in the coming years, as people are living longer and having children later in life.
How to Help Your Aging Loved One (And Yourself) Through COVID-19
Caring for an aging loved one is demanding. Adding a global pandemic into the mix makes the role of a family caregiver even more overwhelming.
Financial Management for Seniors
Financial abuse can take many forms including overpaying for services, being a victim of theft, and the purchasing of illegitimate products. According to the National Institute on Aging, one of the first noticeable signs of memory loss or cognitive impairment is the mismanagement of money. Some of these include unpaid bills, excessive spending, missing money, … Read more
