Finding activities that are fun and engaging for a loved one with dementia can be a challenge. Add in vision impairment, and it may seem overwhelming. Yet it’s vitally important to ensure each day holds opportunities for joy, purpose, and meaning – reducing the level of frustration, agitation, and other difficult emotions and behaviors in […]
It’s been over a year since the COVID-19 pandemic began; a year of fear, loneliness, and isolation for many older adults. Physical distancing has eliminated the ability to offer the warmth and comfort of a hug or even an in-person smile in many cases. Yet humans are social creatures, and this lack of socialization has […]
With so much negative news throughout 2020, it is worth noting some of the incredible achievements the year brought – including the Alzheimer’s research milestones. Katie McDonough, director of programs and services at the Alzheimer’s Association, shares, “There are many things that we’re learning and it’s an exciting time for Alzheimer’s research.” Listed here are […]
There are particular milestones we might encounter in our lives that, though not always negative, are known stressors. Losing a job. Starting a new job. Getting married. Getting divorced. And one that we in the home care industry are especially mindful of: the physical and mental effect on family members who are caring for aging […]
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The fear and isolation as a result of have wreaked havoc on the wellbeing of older adults, with nearly one-half of seniors surveyed in a Kaiser Family Foundation stating that their level of stress and worry was negatively affecting their health. Even though it still may be risky to visit in person with senior loved […]
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It may have come completely out of the blue: an unexpected fall that led to a fractured hip and the need for Mom to have help and support to remain at home. Or, it may have been building up over time, such as through the slow and incremental progression of dementia. Regardless of the circumstances, […]
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It’s easy to get caught up in the day-to-day tasks of caregiving for an older adult you love. There’s so much to be done, and often it’s just easier and more efficient to do it all yourself, letting your loved one relax. After all, our elders have taken care of everything for a lifetime; don’t […]
If you find yourself managing all of the in-home care for an aging parent while your siblings distance themselves from helping, you’re far from alone. In fact, half of all family caregivers are taking care of an aging loved one solo, according to a recent report from AARP. Why is this scenario so common – […]
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“Sometimes you will never know the value of a moment until it becomes a memory.” – Dr. Seuss Memories are what bind together our past experiences with who we are today; and for a person with dementia, confusion around these memories may have a powerful impact. One of our goals in providing dementia care for […]
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In this striking new development towards an Alzheimer’s cure, a “cold-shock” protein, which is found in swimmers’ blood, is showing promising results in slowing and even reversing the progression of dementia in mice – leading researchers to further explore this link between cold water and dementia. Related to the hibernation capacity in all mammals when […]
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Low Vision and Dementia Caregiver Tips: 6 Engaging Activity Ideas
/in Alzheimer's, Alzheimer's and Dementia Care, Alzheimer's DIsease, Dementia /by Debbie Savage, RN, BSN, PresidentFinding activities that are fun and engaging for a loved one with dementia can be a challenge. Add in vision impairment, and it may seem overwhelming. Yet it’s vitally important to ensure each day holds opportunities for joy, purpose, and meaning – reducing the level of frustration, agitation, and other difficult emotions and behaviors in […]
These “Sweethearts” Are Now Scamming the Elderly Online
/in Aging Issues, Caregiving, Elder Care, Florida Home Health Care, Home Health Agency, Senior Care, Senior Safety /by Debbie Savage, RN, BSN, PresidentIt’s been over a year since the COVID-19 pandemic began; a year of fear, loneliness, and isolation for many older adults. Physical distancing has eliminated the ability to offer the warmth and comfort of a hug or even an in-person smile in many cases. Yet humans are social creatures, and this lack of socialization has […]
Alzheimer’s Research Milestones Reached in 2020
/in Alzheimer's, Alzheimer's and Dementia Care, Alzheimer's DIsease, Alzheimer's Facts and Figures /by Debbie Savage, RN, BSN, PresidentWith so much negative news throughout 2020, it is worth noting some of the incredible achievements the year brought – including the Alzheimer’s research milestones. Katie McDonough, director of programs and services at the Alzheimer’s Association, shares, “There are many things that we’re learning and it’s an exciting time for Alzheimer’s research.” Listed here are […]
Therapy for Family Caregivers and Their Siblings
/in Caregiving, Family Caregivers, Family Caregiving /by Debbie Savage, RN, BSN, PresidentThere are particular milestones we might encounter in our lives that, though not always negative, are known stressors. Losing a job. Starting a new job. Getting married. Getting divorced. And one that we in the home care industry are especially mindful of: the physical and mental effect on family members who are caring for aging […]
Assessing the Mental Health of Seniors When You Live Far Away
/in Elder Care, Family Caregiving, Florida Home Health Care, Home Care Services Fort Lauderdale FL, Senior Care /by Debbie Savage, RN, BSN, PresidentThe fear and isolation as a result of have wreaked havoc on the wellbeing of older adults, with nearly one-half of seniors surveyed in a Kaiser Family Foundation stating that their level of stress and worry was negatively affecting their health. Even though it still may be risky to visit in person with senior loved […]
Tips for Taking on the Role of Family Caregiver
/in Caregiving Tips, Family Caregivers, Family Caregiving /by Debbie Savage, RN, BSN, PresidentIt may have come completely out of the blue: an unexpected fall that led to a fractured hip and the need for Mom to have help and support to remain at home. Or, it may have been building up over time, such as through the slow and incremental progression of dementia. Regardless of the circumstances, […]
Four Ways to Help Older Adults Maintain Dignity and Independence
/in Aging Issues, Caregiving Tips /by Debbie Savage, RN, BSN, PresidentIt’s easy to get caught up in the day-to-day tasks of caregiving for an older adult you love. There’s so much to be done, and often it’s just easier and more efficient to do it all yourself, letting your loved one relax. After all, our elders have taken care of everything for a lifetime; don’t […]
What to Do When Relatives Avoid Helping with Senior Care
/in Caregiver Issues, Caregiver Stress, Caregiving Tips /by Debbie Savage, RN, BSN, PresidentIf you find yourself managing all of the in-home care for an aging parent while your siblings distance themselves from helping, you’re far from alone. In fact, half of all family caregivers are taking care of an aging loved one solo, according to a recent report from AARP. Why is this scenario so common – […]
Try This Creative and Effective Dementia Care Idea: A Memory Book
/in Alzheimer's and Dementia Care, Alzheimer's DIsease, Caregiving Tips, Senior Mental Health /by Debbie Savage, RN, BSN, President“Sometimes you will never know the value of a moment until it becomes a memory.” – Dr. Seuss Memories are what bind together our past experiences with who we are today; and for a person with dementia, confusion around these memories may have a powerful impact. One of our goals in providing dementia care for […]
Searching for an Alzheimer’s Cure: The Link Between Cold Water and Dementia
/in Alzheimer's and Dementia Care, Alzheimer's DIsease, Medical Breakthroughs, Senior Health, Senior Mental Health /by Debbie Savage, RN, BSN, PresidentIn this striking new development towards an Alzheimer’s cure, a “cold-shock” protein, which is found in swimmers’ blood, is showing promising results in slowing and even reversing the progression of dementia in mice – leading researchers to further explore this link between cold water and dementia. Related to the hibernation capacity in all mammals when […]