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5 Activities Seniors with Parkinson’s Can Safely Do

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Parkinson’s is a neurodegenerative disease that causes difficulty with speech and movement, making it challenging to participate in many activities. However, family caregivers can simplify their senior loved ones’ daily activities without putting their health in jeopardy. Below you’ll find some safe activities seniors with Parkinson’s can perform. assistinghands.com/1/homemaking/”>grocery shopping and preparing nutritious meals. Aging adults who require assistance with…

How to Prevent Falls in Older Adults with Dementia

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If you’re the primary caregiver for a senior loved one with dementia, you need to take steps to lower his or her risk of falls. Cognitive deficits, coupled with preexisting medical conditions, can heighten an elderly person’s risk of accidents and injuries. However, there are several simple ways to prevent falls in older adults with dementia. Provide Nonslip Shoes Older…

5 Ways Your Boss Can Help You Balance Caregiving with Work

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When you’re a family caregiver who also has a full-time job, it can be difficult to strike the perfect work-life balance. While many employers have policies in place to assist new parents, it’s rarer to encounter an employer with supportive policies for family caregivers. Nonetheless, there are many things you and your employer can do to make your life easier. …

Top 7 Alzheimer’s Care Tips

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Taking care of a senior loved one who has Alzheimer’s can be a challenging task, but there are a few steps you can take to make this process a little bit easier. With some foresight and patience, you should be able to avoid many of the most common issues caregivers run into. Here’s a quick look at seven tips you…

Navigating the Conversation about Home Care with Your Parents

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Whether your senior loved one is having difficulty completing everyday tasks or you feel you can no longer fulfill the role of primary caregiver, home care is an option that not only allows your loved one to maintain as much independence as possible but also gives you peace of mind knowing he or she is safe. Broaching the topic of…

Tips for Communicating with a Senior Who Has Dementia

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Seniors living with dementia tend to enjoy regular social contact with their friends and family members. However, the symptoms of dementia sometimes create challenges for communication. You can use the following tips to enhance your ability to speak with a senior loved one with dementia. Assess Your Loved One’s Mood People with dementia often experience mood swings throughout the day....

10 Emotions Family Caregivers Often Experience

Mar082023Marshall NorthcottCapistrano Beach, caregiver, caregiver burnout, Dana Point, family caregiver, Ladera Ranch, Laguna Niguel, Rancho Mission Viejo, San Clemente, San Juan Capistrano

Taking on caregiving duties could cause you to experience a variety of emotions, whether you volunteered for the task or it was given to you unexpectedly. The daily challenges associated with caregiving often lead to negative emotions. Here are some of the most common emotions family caregivers experience. 1. Jealousy Seeing your siblings or friends enjoying their lives while you’re...

Ways to Help an Aging Parent Maintain Healthy Blood Sugar

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Nearly 15 million seniors have diagnosed or undiagnosed diabetes, according to an estimate by the American Diabetes Association. Even if your older loved one doesn't have diabetes, age is a factor that increases the risk of developing issues with blood sugar management. Fortunately, there are some simple and effective ways to help your parent maintain healthy blood sugar. Suggest Foods...

8 Ways Seniors Can Immediately Enhance Their Health

Feb012023Marshall Northcottaging in place, Capistrano Beach, Dana Point, exercise, Ladera Ranch, Laguna Niguel, nutrition, physical fitness, Rancho Mission Viejo, San Clemente, San Juan Capistrano

Many of the healthy habits seniors adopt can prevent long-term illnesses and ailments, but not all of them have immediate benefits. From minor pains to lethargy, some of the issues older adults live with every day can be taken care of in just a few simple steps. Here are a few ways your senior loved one can get an instant...

How to Handle a Parent with Alzheimer’s Who Gets Aggressive

Jan182023Marshall NorthcottAlzheimer's, Capistrano Beach, cognitive decline, Dana Point, dementia, home care agency, home care aide, home care for seniors, Ladera Ranch, Laguna Niguel, non-medical care, Rancho Mission Viejo, San Clemente, San Juan Capistrano

Alzheimer’s disease can cause aggressive behavior as part of the symptoms. Although your aging parent may usually be loving, he or she could lash out with very little warning due to the changes that occur in the brain. Being prepared to address aggressive behavior can help you make the right decisions as a caregiver while also handling the stress that...

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5 Activities Seniors with Parkinson’s Can Safely Do

How to Prevent Falls in Older Adults with Dementia

5 Ways Your Boss Can Help You Balance Caregiving with Work

Top 7 Alzheimer’s Care Tips

Tips for Communicating with a Senior Who Has Dementia

10 Emotions Family Caregivers Often Experience

Ways to Help an Aging Parent Maintain Healthy Blood Sugar

8 Ways Seniors Can Immediately Enhance Their Health

How to Handle a Parent with Alzheimer’s Who Gets Aggressive

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