Adult day programs provide services and companionship for seniors who are not ready or able to join an assisted living community or to hire a home health aide. Adult Day Care Centers are ideal for sons and daughters who provide caregiving services to parents during the evening and weekends, but need someone to care for […]
When you were a child, you depended on your parents. Now that your parents are older, they depend on you. That role reversal does not come naturally to the elderly. They are often uncomfortable seeking or taking advice from their children, particularly concerning financial issues. Financial security after retirement is nevertheless an issue of vital […]
Nursing homes may be the best option for elderly parents who have serious healthcare needs. Yet every child who has placed a parent in a nursing home worries about the possibility of abuse. News accounts of nursing home patients who suffer from neglect or abuse create anxiety about the safety and comfort of aging parents […]
Declining physical and mental aptitudes are a natural consequence of aging. The abilities to see, walk, and remember are among those that are typically limited or lost. Those limitations often make it difficult for seniors to continue living in homes that are not designed to meet their needs. Research shows that most elderly homeowners hope […]
Pet owners, on the whole, are deeply attached to their pets. The owner values the emotional bond and the positive contribution to their wellness, such as having lower blood pressure and cholesterol, reducing stress, and combating isolation and boredom. That said, purchasing a pet – especially for an elderly loved one –should not be a […]
When your mom or dad (or any other elderly family member) needs assistance with daily activities such as dressing, bathing, and grooming, but does not need complex medical services that a nursing home provides, living in an assisted living community may be the best option. Knowing that your aging parent is safe, comfortable, and happy […]
As you begin to take a serious look at assisted living options for seniors, you will find that a great deal of emphasis is placed on helping seniors perform the activities of daily living. Limitations in those abilities are the key to a senior’s suitability for an assisted living facility and eligibility for financial benefits. […]
Medicare is a federal program that pays certain healthcare expenses incurred by patients who are 65 or older. It also pays those expenses for patients of any age who suffer from a qualifying disability. Medicare pays a fixed rate for most medical services, including doctor visits and hospital admissions, if those services are meant to […]
Nursing home care is the most extensive care available outside of a hospital. A nursing home usually provides: 24-hour nursing and emergency care; Room and board; Personal care (i.e. bathing, dressing, bathroom help, etc.); Medical monitoring and assistance from a registered nurse; Physical and/or occupational therapy; and Social activities. Care at this level can be […]
Seniors can find the right wheelchair to suit their needs if they take the following information into consideration when deciding what to buy. There is a lot of choice in determining whether a wheelchair is comfortable and suitable to your needs. Find our top tips and top ten wheelchair features provided below. How are wheelchairs […]