Contrary to popular belief, retired seniors aren’t immune to debt. If your aging parent is facing mounting credit card bills or other forms of debt, there are a few things you can do to prevent him or her from falling deeper into debt. Set Up Joint Accounts When you set…
The thought of old age comes with many misconceptions. Some associate getting older with slowing down or developing various health problems. However, this isn’t necessarily the case. People reaching their golden years actually find many benefits to being older. 1. Senior Discounts Out of respect or the desire to appeal…
Caring for an elderly loved one is an extremely rewarding job, but it also comes with some challenges. Even if you have the support of other family members and maintain a positive mindset, taking care of an aging parent can be difficult. You are almost certain to experience stress at…
A senior’s sense of balance generally worsens over time. Medications, unhealthy lifestyle habits, and inflammation can lead to poor balance. If your senior loved one’s flexibility and balance decrease, he or she could fall and break one or more bones. Here are some of the things family caregivers can do…
The level of care each older adult requires varies. Caregivers perform tasks daily that rely on their emotional, mental, and physical abilities. However, to provide the highest level of quality care possible, there are some things family caregivers must avoid doing. 1. Neglect Education & Training Needs While providing basic…
It never hurts to be prepared, and it’s important for seniors to take this advice to heart when getting ready for surgery. One way to do this is with what’s referred to as prehabilitation, or “prehab.” Here’s how this approach to surgery prep can help older adults with the recovery…
Statistically, seniors are often considered a high-risk group when it comes to nearly any type of surgery. Therefore, it’s understandable for both older adults and family caregivers to have concerns if surgery is a possibility. While every situation is different, there are some instances when surgery is generally considered unsafe…
Frequent fatigue in older adults is constant tiredness that doesn’t get better with rest. Fatigue in the elderly can affect daily tasks, mobility, and concentration. It may be caused by medical conditions, poor nutrition, sleep disturbances, medications, or emotional stress. Sudden or extreme fatigue in seniors shouldn’t be ignored, as…
It’s never too late to adopt the kind of lifestyle habits that can contribute to better health and wellbeing during the senior years. The good news is a shift to a healthier lifestyle can happen gradually and in a way that’s comfortable enough to encourage long-term positive changes. Here are…
Ride-sharing services such as Uber and Lyft are well suited to seniors for many reasons. However, you’re likely wary of this transportation option because of reported passenger abuse and sexual assault by drivers. Here are some of the pros of ride-sharing and how to ensure your aging loved one’s safety….