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Coping with Holiday Stress & Depression
The holiday season can be both a time of joy and a time of additional stress, especially for older adults. The good news is that there are several strategies that can help manage seasonal stress.
Home for the Holidays? Look for these signs when visiting loved ones this season.
This time of year marks an opportunity when visiting loved ones to take stock of what is happening in their lives. In many cases, older adults are determined to conceal or downplay any age related decline or issues that happen quickly. Senior Alternatives is available 24/7 to answer any of the questions related to the topic above.
Is it time for homecare? Look for these signs when visiting home for the holidays.
One of the first places people often start is with care at home. This provides the most independence for your loved one while still getting the help they need. This can also give you peace of mind that someone is at home with your loved one to help identify areas of help they need. Senior Alternatives takes calls 24/7 and can start getting you the help you need immediately.
Caregiver Tips: Washing Seniors Hands
Caregiver Tips: Getting a Senior to Wash Their HandsFamily caregivers do everything in their power to keep their aging loved ones safe and healthy. Unfortunately, our elders sometimes put up a fight when we try to get them to participate in their own care. One routine...
National Family Caregiver Month
Caregiving And The Sandwich Generation - More than one in 10 middle-aged parents in the United States also care for an adult, spending about three hours each day on caregiving duties between their children and parents, they are known as the 'sandwich generation'. [1]...
Private Care Services Frequently Asked Questions: Answered!
Have you been wondering whether a care manager or caregiver is right for you? Are you struggling to take care of an older adult at home? Are you personally finding it hard to keep track and maintain your daily calendar of events such as family events, medical appointments, and social calendar?
10 Early Signs and Symptoms of Alzheimers
If you notice any of the 10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer’s in yourself or someone you know, don’t ignore them. Schedule an appointment with your doctor.
Home Modifications
Home improvements, modifications and repairs can help older adults maintain their independence and prevent accidents. A home modification adapts a living space so that occupants can live safely, perform tasks better and live independently, despite their physical limitations.
Dealing with Resistance
For older adults, the difficulty accepting that they need help is related to a feeling of loss of control and a wish to not be a burden to family members.
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