5 Ways to Care for Caregivers: Part 2
We continued our conversation about ways that you can help care for caregivers below: Check out Part 1:
5 Ways to Care for Caregivers: Part 1
1) Offer Help to Caregivers– Caregivers rarely ask for help so we all must be advocates for caregivers. We must reach out to those in need and offer help, or recognize that they need resources and support. Inform them of what is available in your community. 2) Ask for Help- 3) Give yourself a break […]
4 Ways to Help Seniors Feel Appreciated
Showing small gestures of appreciation for the seniors in our lives can make a massive impact to theirs. Here are small ways that you can make a senior loved one feel appreciated: Cook Dinner With/For Them- Sharing a meal together is one of the most common ways that we show love and appreciation for one […]
Top 10 Fears of Aging
The key to opening a discussion with your aging loved ones is to understand their concerns. Here is a list of the top 10 fears associated with aging amongst seniors: Loss of Independence – Its important for them to keep as much control over their lives as possible. Always offer information and options to help them […]
Home Modifications & Offering a Solution
Home modifications offer a better way to heal, live, and move. The goal of home modifications is keeping people in their home environment where they want to stay and where they love to be. What types of Home Modifications are there? -Stair Lifts -Wheelchair Ramps -Safety Rails -Shower and Bathroom Conversions There are other types […]
Who Cares for Caregivers?
Ceremonies and rituals often mark big events in life; but when you become a family caregiver, there are no ceremonies or rituals. No one congratulates you. No one sends presents. No one even asks if you want to become a caregiver, or tells you what it might mean. You may not even have realized that […]
Phone Scams Targeting Seniors
According to the FTC, financial fraud totaled $5.9 billion in 2021, but the real cost may be much higher because many victims are too ashamed to come forward. In fact, younger adults report fraud losses more than older adults, but when seniors are targeted, they lose much more money. Catching the elderly off-guard over the […]
Activities For Seniors
It is imperative for seniors to continue to participate in different activities to maintain their physical, social and mental wellbeing. By finding these activities, whether that is online or through other resources like senior centers, you are able to view calendars of activities to see a wide array of options. Adult communities and adult living […]
Supporting LGBT Older Adults
LGBTQ Older adults face unique challenges. Even if you feel that this conversation may not be applicable to you, think again. By 2030, there will be as many as 7 million LGBTQ older adults. Same sex gay couples lived in 93% of all counties across the US, so even if you live in a rural […]
Gardening to Improve Seniors’ Quality of Life
Spending time outdoors is key to seniors’ psychological and physical health. In particular, gardening is an activity that gives purpose, reduces stress and enriches their lives. Connecting with nature provides the opportunity to absorb vitamin D, allows for better sleep, improves flexibility, and produces healthy foods. With aging, however, gardening may become more difficult. Here […]
