April is Parkinson’s Disease Awareness Month

April is Parkinson’s Disease Awareness Month

Parkinson’s Disease is a disorder that affects the central nervous system. There are over 200,000 individuals with the condition each year in the US. As April is Parkinson’s Disease Awareness Month, we wanted to help keep our readers informed of this condition,...
Sun Safety for Older Adults

Sun Safety for Older Adults

Spending time outdoors is important for the health of most individuals. Fresh air and time in the sun help boost mood and overall quality of life. For older individuals, this can be especially important. But safety in the sun is also very important. Proper sun...

Showering Or Bathing: Which Is Safer?

When it comes to older folks, mobility issues can make cleaning themselves more difficult. Taking a bath or showering can present safety issues for an older adult. But which is safer? And how can we as caretakers mitigate safety risks while maintaining good hygiene?...

Vision Loss in Older Adults

Your eyes change with age, generally getting worse over time. Many older individuals require stronger eyeglass prescriptions over time. Those who have never needed glasses may begin using reading glasses in their daily lives. Light sensitivity and other vision issues...
Easing Your Loved One into Home Care

Easing Your Loved One into Home Care

When considering home care for your older parent or family member, their comfort is a major concern. For many older individuals, accepting home care can feel like admitting that they cannot fully care for themselves. As a caretaker supporting them, easing them into...
Family Caregiver Resolutions

Family Caregiver Resolutions

New Year Resolutions are about looking inward and setting goals for the new year. Often, these include losing weight, self-care, and trying new things. But when you are a family caregiver to an older person, it can also be important to factor them into the equation....