Practical advice, support, and expert tips for caregivers, helping you provide the best home care for your loved ones.
Every second counts when a potential stroke is happening, and being able to notice these signs can help save someone’s life. If any of these signs suddenly occur to you or a loved one, it’s important to recognize this as an emergency situation that requires immediate medical attention. Act FAST
Many seniors find that they begin to have trouble changing positions, e.g., from standing to sitting to reclining, as they age. Difficulties with rising up to a standing position or lowering into a seated or reclined position are quite common, but there are ways to help.
As people age, they may need more help with meal preparation. Seniors’ nutritional needs change, and they may have more difficulty preparing healthy meals. Enlisting help for food preparation can have many benefits.
If you feel exhausted when you wake up in the morning, odds are that you’re not getting the good night’s sleep you need. As you get older, sleep can become more challenging, especially if you have a condition such as sleep apnea or Alzheimer’s disease. Here are some quick tips that will help seniors get that restful sleep you’ve been (day) dreaming about.
Recent studies in North America estimate that as many as 50% of medications prescribed to seniors are not taken as directed. This situation is exacerbated by conditions which reduce mental stability and alertness such as Alzheimer’s disease and/or dementia. Consider these five tips to stay on track with your loved one’s medication schedule.
Social activity is helpful for any demographic, but especially seniors. Here are some benefits of social activity.
Alzheimer’s disease is progressive, and can be challenging for their family members and caregivers. Here are 4 options to help you care for your loved one at home and 4 options to care for your loved one when they can no longer live at home.
As of today, Alzheimer’s is still an incurable disease affecting over 500,000 Canadians. Catching the disease early can help with overall treatment, so if you or a loved one is exhibiting any of the following early symptoms, talk to your doctor immediately.
When a loved one has dementia, a simple interaction can be troublesome and difficult. Since connecting with others is at the core of human nature, it can be devastating when we feel as though we can no longer share that bond with a loved one. Even with dementia, though, there are some ways you can continue to connect and build that bond with your loved one.
If you have a loved one with Alzheimer’s disease, here’s what to expect during the middle stages of caregiving:
According to the Alzheimer’s Association, 6 in 10 people with Alzheimer’s disease or dementia will wander. Wandering is more common as the disease progresses to its later stages, although it can occur at any stage. Here are 10 tips to help prevent your loved one from wandering.
Alzheimer’s disease is a progressive disease, involving many parts of brain function. If you are caring for a loved one or senior with Alzheimer’s, understanding the progression of the disease can help you know how to provide the best care possible. Here are the 7 stages of the disease.
Caregiving at a distance can present many challenges, from the guilt of being unable to attend to day-to-day needs to the additional burden of travel time and expenses. Being a long-distance caregiver can be isolating and stressful. Here we look at the challenges of having an aging loved one out of town and why hiring a homecare provider is the best option for support.
A seemingly simple task such as eating can eventually become a challenging and combative task for those who have dementia or Alzheimer’s disease. Here are some tips to help make mealtime with your loved one easier.
Recent studies in North America estimate that as many as 50% of medications prescribed to seniors are not taken as directed. This situation is exacerbated by conditions which reduce mental stability and alertness such as Alzheimer’s disease and/or dementia. Consider these five tips to stay on track with your loved one’s medication schedule.
Malnutrition and inadequate nutritional care is sadly common for Canadian seniors, affecting more than 33% of the senior population. Since proper nutrition is the basis to overall health, many seniors are experiencing health risks such as infection, muscle tears, and poor wound healing, among other serious conditions. Here are some causes of malnutrition and ways to combat senior malnutrition.
When a loved one has dementia, a simple interaction can be troublesome and difficult. Since connecting with others is at the core of human nature, it can be devastating when we feel as though we can no longer share that bond with a loved one. Even with dementia, though, there are some ways you can continue to connect and build that bond with your loved one.
Arthritis is a disease that causes joint inflammation and symptoms include pain, swelling, stiffness, and fatigue. This chronic pain affects daily life in so many ways as the disease progresses that it begins to affect mobility and motor skills. Read on to learn more about caring for a loved one or senior with arthritis.
As people age, they may need more help with meal preparation. Seniors’ nutritional needs change, and they may have more difficulty preparing healthy meals. Enlisting help for food preparation can have many benefits.
If you feel exhausted when you wake up in the morning, odds are that you’re not getting the good night’s sleep you need. As you get older, sleep can become more challenging, especially if you have a condition such as sleep apnea or Alzheimer’s disease. Here are some quick tips that will help seniors get that restful sleep you’ve been (day) dreaming about.
Recent studies in North America estimate that as many as 50% of medications prescribed to seniors are not taken as directed. This situation is exacerbated by conditions which reduce mental stability and alertness such as Alzheimer’s disease and/or dementia. Consider these five tips to stay on track with your loved one’s medication schedule.
Social activity is helpful for any demographic, but especially seniors. Here are some benefits of social activity.
As of today, Alzheimer’s is still an incurable disease affecting over 500,000 Canadians. Catching the disease early can help with overall treatment, so if you or a loved one is exhibiting any of the following early symptoms, talk to your doctor immediately.
Malnutrition and inadequate nutritional care is sadly common for Canadian seniors, affecting more than 33% of the senior population. Since proper nutrition is the basis to overall health, many seniors are experiencing health risks such as infection, muscle tears, and poor wound healing, among other serious conditions. Here are some causes of malnutrition and ways to combat senior malnutrition.
Santa Claus may be coming to town, but so is the cold weather, snow, and ice – sorry to be the bearer of bad news! This is a time of year that can be difficult for seniors in need of companionship and proper, quality caregiving services. At Choice Homecare Ottawa, we know how important it is to implement special procedures to keep such individuals in good spirits and optimal health. Here are our top tips.
Being able to get around and move freely is necessary for an independent lifestyle, and nobody cherishes it more than those who have had to recover their mobility due to an illness. Some never fully regain the level of control they had before, making for new daily challenges and struggles. Today, let’s explore some key reasons why maintaining control over mobility can lead to a higher quality of life.
It’s common to experience a mental decline or memory loss as you get older or as a result of dementia or Alzheimer’s. Therefore, it’s essential to find ways to help keep the minds of older loved ones stimulated and engaged so their brains can remain active and healthy. Here are some useful activities to keep your loved one mentally agile.
Music can have surprising benefits for seniors and empty-nesters. Here are some benefits and ways to increase the amount of music in your life.
Every second counts when a potential stroke is happening, and being able to notice these signs can help save someone’s life. If any of these signs suddenly occur to you or a loved one, it’s important to recognize this as an emergency situation that requires immediate medical attention. Act FAST
Here are the top ten traits that will prevent burnout in caregivers, as reported in this TIME article.
A study conducted by the Canadian Malnutrition Task Force showed a disturbingly high percentage of seniors in Canada, who are admitted to hospitals for other
