Whether recovering from surgery, a hospital stay, or dealing with the symptoms of a chronic condition such as dementia or MS, a top priority of great in-home care is to provide personalized and compassionate treatment. Here are some specific reasons why in-home care is important to the wellness of our loved ones.
As people age, they may need more help with meal preparation. Seniors’ nutritional needs change, and they may have more difficulty preparing healthy meals. Enlisting help for food preparation can have many benefits.
If you feel exhausted when you wake up in the morning, odds are that you’re not getting the good night’s sleep you need. As you get older, sleep can become more challenging, especially if you have a condition such as sleep apnea or Alzheimer’s disease. Here are some quick tips that will help seniors get that restful sleep you’ve been (day) dreaming about.
A seemingly simple task such as eating can eventually become a challenging and combative task for those who have dementia or Alzheimer’s disease. Here are some tips to help make mealtime with your loved one easier.
Recent studies in North America estimate that as many as 50% of medications prescribed to seniors are not taken as directed. This situation is exacerbated by conditions which reduce mental stability and alertness such as Alzheimer’s disease and/or dementia. Consider these five tips to stay on track with your loved one’s medication schedule.
Social activity is helpful for any demographic, but especially seniors. Here are some benefits of social activity.
Alzheimer’s disease is progressive, and can be challenging for their family members and caregivers. Here are 4 options to help you care for your loved one at home and 4 options to care for your loved one when they can no longer live at home.
As of today, Alzheimer’s is still an incurable disease affecting over 500,000 Canadians. Catching the disease early can help with overall treatment, so if you or a loved one is exhibiting any of the following early symptoms, talk to your doctor immediately.
Malnutrition and inadequate nutritional care is sadly common for Canadian seniors, affecting more than 33% of the senior population. Since proper nutrition is the basis to overall health, many seniors are experiencing health risks such as infection, muscle tears, and poor wound healing, among other serious conditions. Here are some causes of malnutrition and ways to combat senior malnutrition.
When a loved one has dementia, a simple interaction can be troublesome and difficult. Since connecting with others is at the core of human nature, it can be devastating when we feel as though we can no longer share that bond with a loved one. Even with dementia, though, there are some ways you can continue to connect and build that bond with your loved one.