Do You Have an Asthma Care Plan for Your Aging Adult?
Dealing with asthma can be extremely stressful both for you and for your elderly family member. Understanding triggers, knowing what to do during an attack, and having an overall plan is vital. Learn as Much as You Can about Asthma. You might feel as if you have a handle on what asthma is and how […]
Tips for Eating Out with Diabetic Seniors
When an older adult is diagnosed with diabetes, having a meal becomes more complicated. Family caregivers sometimes worry that their aging family member is eating right for keeping their blood sugar under control. One aspect of eating that may seem overwhelming is the idea of taking a senior with diabetes out to a restaurant. But, […]
How Can Your Parent Prevent High Cholesterol?
Cholesterol on its own is not a bad thing. In fact, it is essential to the functioning of the body. Your body produces this waxy substance naturally in order to aid in the production of cells. When there is too much cholesterol in the blood, however, it can lead to problems. Excessive cholesterol in the […]
Tips for Caring for a Senior Suffering from PHN
PHN, also known as postherpetic neuralgia, can be a serious and long-lasting complication of shingles. The result of nerve damage that occurs from the infection, PHN is characterized by pain that lingers long after the infection itself is cleared up. The pain can last for at least 3 months but can linger for years, dramatically […]
Can Low Vision Reduce Your Parent’s Quality of Life?
Aging brings changes to the body that can impact how your parent functions and their ability to perform tasks in the same ways that they always have. Most people expect that as they get older they will experience changes, such as reduced vision, hearing loss, and even mobility issues. While these are changes that are […]
What Causes Rheumatoid Arthritis Flare Ups?
Occasionally people with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) experience a flare up. A flare up is when symptoms have been controlled, but then suddenly become worse. The RA sufferer experiences three or more days of increased joint pain, swollen joints, and stiffness. An understanding of what causes RA flare ups and what to do about them can […]
Does My Elderly Relative Have Somatic Symptom Disorder?
Somatic symptom disorder is known by several other names, including illness anxiety disorder and hypochondriasis. It is not unusual for elderly people to feel anxiety about some of their physical symptoms because they are in the demographic that has the highest risk of illnesses and diseases. While it’s normal to worry about their health, those […]
What Are the Signs and Symptoms of Atrial Fibrillation?
When most people think of atrial fibrillation, also known as AFib, they immediately think of the fluttering, quivering feeling that is caused by the irregularity of the beating of the upper chambers of the heart. As a family caregiver, however, it is important that you understand that these are not the only signs and symptoms […]
How Can Rehab Services Help Your Loved One After a Stroke?
A stroke is often a sudden and debilitating condition for your loved one. Dealing with the aftermath of a stroke is complicated and you and your loved one may not be sure where to start. That’s where stroke rehabilitation services come in. Speech Therapy. Many people who suffer from a stroke have difficulty speaking as […]
Types of Rehabilitation Following a Stroke
According to the American Stroke Association, someone in the United States has a stroke every 40 seconds. It is the leading cause of long-term disability and nearly three-quarters of all strokes occur in those who are age 65 and older. Two risk factors that can be controlled: high blood pressure and smoking. For those that […]
