Practical advice, support, and expert tips for caregivers, helping you provide the best home care for your loved ones.
Do you have an elderly parent or loved one who smokes? Seniors can be one of the toughest demographics to convince to quit smoking since it has become such an entrenched habit. Even though it’s late in life, there are many convincing reasons for your loved one to quit. Read on to find out more, and some steps to make quitting smoking easier.
Summer is not just fun for kids, it’s a time when adults and seniors get outside and enjoy the simple beautiful things that warm weather offers. Spending time outdoors is healthy for people of all ages. Here are a few things seniors in the Ottawa area can do to enjoy the summer months.
As we age, it’s more important than ever to keep the brain engaged and active on a daily basis. There are many ways to exercise your mind but here are a few suggestions for your loved one to try.
Seniors are at a higher risk for identity theft than the rest of the population. Malicious people profit by targeting the trusting nature of seniors and taking advantage of their lack of expertise with modern technology. Here are some things you can do to protect your elderly family member from these types of scams.
When we age, everything seems to progressively slow down, including the ability to move with agility and carry out basic everyday tasks. Whether it’s the ability to stand firmly on two feet or the inability to rise from the seat without letting out that accompanying groan, it could be time to incorporate some resistant training to improve your health as a senior.
Loneliness is unfortunately a common part of life for many seniors. Providing opportunities for seniors to engage with other people and develop new friendships is vital for both emotional and physical well-beings of seniors. So whether it’s for you or an elderly loved one, here is a quick guide to staying social.
Are you taking on the care of a senior with Alzheimer’s or dementia?. A person afflicted with Alzheimer’s will have good days and bad days and that means the individuals caring for them will be sharing those ups and downs. Here are some tips to help you.
Dealing with Alzheimer’s can be stressful for everyone involved but for a child the effects can be especially difficult to understand. The unusual behavior exhibited by a familiar adult can be confusing and frightening to a child so it is important to help them process what’s happening.
The first steps toward the early detection of Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s diseases with a simple skin test have been made. Although there is currently no
Dementia can erase memories of familiar places and make it difficult to adjust to new surroundings. Because of this, people with Alzheimer’s may wander away
Caring for someone with Alzheimer’s or other dementia is a 24/7 job. Dementia Caregivers need help and support. If someone in your life is caring
Keeping your home safe is important for everyone, especially seniors. But home safety is especially important when there is someone with Alzheimer’s or dementia living
Being a caregiver is an incredibly rewarding and fulfilling experience, but it can also be overwhelming and difficult. It is a 24 hour, 7 days a week, 365 days a year commitment, and this can result in you needing just as much care as the person you are looking after. Here are some ways that you can take care of yourself.
How do you know if your parents need help at home? Here are 10 signs to watch out for.
There are many things to consider when taking on the duty of caring for your aging parents at home. How can you make it a good experience for you and all your siblings? The following tips will ensure everyone in your family is happy and comfortable with caring for your loved ones during this period of life.
Taking care of an elderly loved one is a noble cause. Being a caregiver is not an easy task, however. It can leave a person exhausted and stressed out in only a matter of weeks, and after that comes caregiver burnout. If a caregiver to an elderly loved one exhibits any of the following signs of burnout, it is time to get help.
Hiring a home healthcare service to care for your aging loved ones is a fantastic decision. Home healthcare services will provide loved ones with companionship and care, all while easing stress on the family, especially for the primary family caregiver, often a daughter, son, or a close relative. Here are four questions to ask before choosing a home healthcare service.
When a loved one is diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease, it can put a great deal of stress on a family that might otherwise get along very well. The emotional impact of seeing a person you care for suffering the effects of such a devastating illness, coupled with confusion over how and who should provide care, can create shockwaves through the lives of all involved. How do you work well together?
Flu and seniors can be a dangerous combination. According to CDC statistics, patients 65 years and older account for as much as 70% of flu-related hospitalizations. Before this flu season hits full throttle, here are some flu prevention tips for seniors.
Diabetes affects seniors more than any other age group, with nearly one million Canadians 65 years and over being diabetic. Living with diabetes can be daunting, but here are some practical things you can do to keep the disease under control.
Do you have an elderly parent or loved one who smokes? Seniors can be one of the toughest demographics to convince to quit smoking since it has become such an entrenched habit. Even though it’s late in life, there are many convincing reasons for your loved one to quit. Read on to find out more, and some steps to make quitting smoking easier.
Seniors are among the highest groups at risk for identity theft. Unfortunately, one of Choice Homecare Ottawa’s client was a recent victim. Even the best identity theft protection service can’t stop ID theft from occurring. As with any crime, prevention is the smartest and most effective method to minimize the threat.
Summer is not just fun for kids, it’s a time when adults and seniors get outside and enjoy the simple beautiful things that warm weather offers. Spending time outdoors is healthy for people of all ages. Here are a few things seniors in the Ottawa area can do to enjoy the summer months.
As we age, it’s more important than ever to keep the brain engaged and active on a daily basis. There are many ways to exercise your mind but here are a few suggestions for your loved one to try.
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.
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.
