Tag: Advice for Caregivers

How to Care for Seniors With Mobility Problems

As we age, most of us will experience the physical instability caused by weakening muscles and joint problems as well as neurological conditions. But did you know that accidents resulting from these issues, especially falls, is the fifth leading cause of death for the elderly? If you’re caring for a senior with mobility problems, here…

Getting Outside this Spring with Your Senior

Spring is getting closer and temperatures will soon be warm enough for us to venture outside. While we are all itching to get out of the house, our senior citizen loved ones are as well. We’ve compiled a list of several outdoor outings that are ideal for the senior loved one in your life. Taking…

Benefits to Adult Day Care Programs for Seniors and Caregivers

Adult day care often has a negative stigma associated with it. Many caregivers don’t want to enroll their loved one into adult day care. They feel that it is degrading to their loved one. However, adult day care comes with tremendous benefits for caregivers and senior citizens. On a long-term basis, it can be much…