How to give a bed bath. When your loved one is bedridden, a bed bath will need to be given. Giving a bed bath will keep the skin healthy and prevent infections; this is also a good time to check the skin for bed sores or any rashes. Daily baths are not recommended for those with frail skin, give a…
How to care for a bedridden senior at home. If you have a loved one at home who is bedridden, they will need assistance with their care. When an elder is bedridden it makes it challenging for them to take care of their daily needs, like personal hygiene and eating. In addition to assisting with their activities of daily living,…
Aromatherapy and Dementia, there is a connection. Aromatherapy isn’t just good for reducing anxiety, but it is also effective at easing certain symptoms of dementia/Alzheimer’s. What is aromatherapy? Aromatherapy is an ancient practice in which essential oils from plants, herbs, flowers, and trees are used to improve the mental, spiritual, and physical well-being of patients. Essential oils are used by…
How safe is the outside of your loved one’s home? This is a good time of year to check the safety of outside your loved one’s house. The exterior of the home is just as important as the inside when it comes to keeping your loved one in a safe environment plus free from slips and falls. Walking around the outside…
Wheelchair safety tips for seniors. When a loved one must rely on a wheelchair for mobility, it can be difficult to get used to. Not all wheelchairs are the same, so you need to ensure you are purchasing the right type of wheelchair for your loved one. Below are some tips on wheelchair safety. Wheelchair safety tips Good fit: A wheelchair…
Gift ideas for seniors with Dementia or Alzheimer’s. With the holidays quickly approaching, you may be trying to figure out what to buy for your loved one who is suffering from memory loss. Finding a gift for a senior loved one with Alzheimer’s disease or dementia can be difficult. Choosing gifts for dementia patients or gifts for Alzheimer’s patients is…
Questions to ask to find the best home care agency. You cannot take for granted that all home care agencies operate the same. Meaning that they are fully screening the caregivers that they send into your loved one’s home. Also, that they are providing quality care to your loved one. Questions You Should Ask to Screen Home Care Agencies Does…
What you should know after a loved one is discharged from the hospital. It can be chaotic when a loved one is leaving the hospital or a rehab facility, that is why you need to know exactly what to ask before you take your loved one home. Don’t become overwhelmed, take a deep breath and write/print out the questions below…
Keeping seniors connected to family during the coronavirus is extremely important during this time. During this time of social distancing and the Center for Disease Control recommending seniors 60 and older stay home due to the higher risk of complications due to the coronavirus in older people, seniors can really feel isolated, lonely, or fall into a depression. This is why it is…
Thanksgiving dishes for seniors with diet restrictions. Thanksgiving is a time for family to get together. A Thanksgiving tradition is to enjoy dinner together with some dishes being staples for the holiday. What if a loved one has heart disease, diabetes, celiac disease, or some other health issue? This doesn’t mean that they can’t enjoy eating some of the traditional…