by John OKeeffe | Mar 10, 2020 | Managing Family Caregiver Stress, Senior Safety
Preventative care should be the primary focus of your elderly care efforts. As an elder care provider it is your responsibility to make sure that your aging loved one is as healthy and happy as possible, which relies not just on reacting to issues that arise, but...
by John OKeeffe | Mar 4, 2020 | Managing Family Caregiver Stress, Senior Safety
Everybody should make sure that they have their health checked regularly. This is especially important, however, for seniors who are more susceptible to illness and can experience more serious consequences of health concerns than younger people. Getting your parents...
by John OKeeffe | Nov 18, 2019 | Senior Safety, Tips for Family Caregivers
Choosing an in-home caregiver service for your aging parents or relatives can be an emotional journey. It’s hard to know that your loved ones are no longer able to be fully independent. However, a good in-home caregiver service can allow your relatives to enjoy...
by John OKeeffe | Nov 11, 2019 | Senior Safety, Tips for Family Caregivers
Many elderly people want to “age in place” and remain living in their own homes. This often requires the help of family caregivers. However, you can’t always be with your loved one 24/7, so you may want to consider in-home care. This can...
by John OKeeffe | Nov 4, 2019 | Difficult Conversations, Senior Safety
Often, we are in such a hurry to grow up that we do not realize that as we age, our parents also age. While we are growing up, we are used to the carefree comfort of knowing that our parents are the decision-makers and that they are in charge of everything from eating...
by John OKeeffe | Oct 29, 2019 | Tips for Family Caregivers
As our loved ones age, their ability to care for themselves may begin to decline. During this difficult time of transitioning from being independent to needing assistance, families often look for the best option for mom or dad, without causing too much disruption to...
by John OKeeffe | Oct 29, 2019 | Senior Safety, Tips for Family Caregivers
Your aging parent may have the goal to live in their home as long as possible in order to prolong their sense of independence, happiness, and in turn, health. While you agree they seem mostly capable, you should watch for indications that they need additional...
by John OKeeffe | Oct 29, 2019 | Tips for Family Caregivers
Your loved one is getting older and you and your family have made the difficult decision that you need some extra help. Allowing mom or dad to age in place is your goal and you have decided on utilizing in home care. Now that you have considered what services you will...
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...
