September 28 Is National Good Neighbor Day – Be a Good...
What is your idea of a good neighbor? Is it someone who keeps an eye on your house when you are not home? Is it someone who responds when you need help? Perhaps it is simply being friendly and saying “Hello” when you are out for a...
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Constipation Issues in the Elderly
Constipation issues can be very frustrating and uncomfortable for seniors and difficult for family members and caregivers when they experience feelings of helplessness on how to help them find relief. [caption id="attachment_1568"...
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Are These Situations Making Stress Worse for You?
You need to be taking care of yourself, even while you take care of your senior. And sometimes that means getting to the bottom of what might be creating even more stress for you. When you take the time to do that deep dive into what’s creating...
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How Stroke Can Affect Mobility
A stroke happens because blood supply to the brain is restricted or cut off. This causes a lack of oxygen and nutrients to part of the brain, which causes brain cells to die. Depending on which part of the brain is affected, a stroke sufferer may...
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Five Tips for Proper Oral Hygiene for Seniors with Manual Dexterity...
One elderly care issue that can interfere with daily functioning is increased difficulty in manual dexterity. As hand functioning diminishes, you may find your senior having difficulty picking up or holding on to household items, operating small...
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What Should You Do When You Realize You Need Help?
It’s difficult to admit that you can’t do and be everything as your senior’s caregiver. There’s just so much for you to try to keep track of and doing that on your own can get overwhelming fast. Here’s what you can do. Your Employer May...
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