by John OKeeffe | Oct 25, 2019 | Managing Family Caregiver Stress
Nothing can be quite as stressful as being a caretaker for someone who needs frequent assistance from a family member to live independently. Often aging parents require some kind of assistance around the house, too go shopping, or make medical appointments. However,...
by John OKeeffe | Oct 25, 2019 | Tips for Family Caregivers
Alzheimer’s disease gradually diminishes a person’s ability to communicate. People with dementia have more difficulty expressing thoughts and emotions, as well as more trouble understanding others. Here are some tips to help in communication and understanding: Learn...
by John OKeeffe | Oct 25, 2019 | Senior Safety
For seniors, the odds of falling each year are about one in three. Good odds if you’re looking to win a lottery; not very good odds if you’re a senior or care for a senior and want them to stay safe and healthy. Falls constitute the leading cause of injury and...
by John OKeeffe | Oct 25, 2019 | Senior Safety
Some simple home modifications can make for safer and more comfortable living at home. Entries and Doorways There should be at least one no-step entry to the house with a coverOutdoor walkway should be well litInstall a sensor light focusing on the front-door lockUse...
by John OKeeffe | Oct 25, 2019 | Difficult Conversations
Most of us take the ability to get in the car to go run some errands or to get somewhere for granted. After all, we are used to being able to drive ourselves wherever it is that we would like to be whenever it is that we would like to go. However, there is a point for...
