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 […]
https://www.responsive-homecare.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/group-of-people-sitting-in-circle-talking.jpg450800Debbie Savage, RN, BSN, Presidenthttps://www.responsive-homecare.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Responsive-HC_30th-Anniv_logo_lg.pngDebbie Savage, RN, BSN, President2021-02-10 07:00:042021-02-03 17:30:10Therapy for Family Caregivers and Their Siblings
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 […]
https://www.responsive-homecare.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/senior-couple-video-call-on-tablet.jpg534800Debbie Savage, RN, BSN, Presidenthttps://www.responsive-homecare.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Responsive-HC_30th-Anniv_logo_lg.pngDebbie Savage, RN, BSN, President2021-02-04 07:00:142021-08-31 18:10:08Assessing the Mental Health of Seniors When You Live Far Away
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, […]
https://www.responsive-homecare.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/happy-senior-mother-with-new-caregiver.jpg533800Debbie Savage, RN, BSN, Presidenthttps://www.responsive-homecare.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Responsive-HC_30th-Anniv_logo_lg.pngDebbie Savage, RN, BSN, President2021-01-21 10:29:442023-12-27 17:42:35Tips for Taking on the Role of Family Caregiver
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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Imagine the most perfect holiday season ever. What would it look like? While that image will vary a bit for each of us, it might include gifts, lights, good food, and traditions passed down through the generations. However, what absolutely rings true for all of us is the joy in spending time with the ones […]
For seniors with lung conditions, maintaining the ideal air quality in the house is vital for managing COPD symptoms. Air that is too dry, for instance, may cause or exacerbate health issues; for example: Dry, itchy, or chapped skin Nose bleeds A sore throat Dry eyes Aggravated allergy, asthma, and flu/cold symptoms such as congestion […]
Family care providers give a great deal of themselves to take care of their senior loved ones, often sacrificing their own individual needs and desires during the process. It seems normal to assume then that caregivers would feel good about themselves, with high self-esteem and sense of purpose. However, the exact opposite is usually true, […]
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 […]
Safely Celebrating The Holidays During a Pandemic
/in Aging Care Issues, Caregiving Tips, Senior Health, Senior Mental Health /by Debbie Savage, RN, BSN, PresidentImagine the most perfect holiday season ever. What would it look like? While that image will vary a bit for each of us, it might include gifts, lights, good food, and traditions passed down through the generations. However, what absolutely rings true for all of us is the joy in spending time with the ones […]
Can Humidifiers Help With COPD Symptoms?
/in Aging Care Issues, Aging Issues, Blog, COPD /by Debbie Savage, RN, BSN, PresidentFor seniors with lung conditions, maintaining the ideal air quality in the house is vital for managing COPD symptoms. Air that is too dry, for instance, may cause or exacerbate health issues; for example: Dry, itchy, or chapped skin Nose bleeds A sore throat Dry eyes Aggravated allergy, asthma, and flu/cold symptoms such as congestion […]
How to Set Yourself Free from Caregiver Guilt
/in Aging Issues, Caregiver Issues, Caregiver Stress, Caregiving Tips, Respite Care /by Debbie Savage, RN, BSN, PresidentFamily care providers give a great deal of themselves to take care of their senior loved ones, often sacrificing their own individual needs and desires during the process. It seems normal to assume then that caregivers would feel good about themselves, with high self-esteem and sense of purpose. However, the exact opposite is usually true, […]