In adults aged 65 years and above, physical activity includes leisure time physical activity (for example: walking, dancing, gardening, hiking, swimming), transportation (e.g. walking or cycling), occupational (if the individual is still engaged in work), household chores, play, games, sports or planned exercise, in the context of daily, family, and…
Most of us think of wearables in terms of smartwatches and fitness trackers, gadgets that can help us be fitter and more efficient. But for some people, they’re far more important than that—these wearables are the difference between dependency and freedom. Wearables for seniors are fast becoming an essential way…
Senior falls can be very frightening for both the senior and the caregiver. And once in this situation, caregivers are often unprepared for how to get an aging loved one safely back on their feet. How to proceed will depend upon whether the senior was injured in the fall. If…
A trip to the emergency room made me realize why caregivers are advised to organize heath information. When Mom broke her hip, I called an ambulance, and when it arrived, I confidently recited Mom’s Medicare number. When asked what medications she took, I pulled out our basket of pill bottles.…
From the editor: A Families Choice Home Care caregiver can help you with many of the tips outlined below. Get in touch for an evaluation. Falls are a leading cause of injury among older adults. As you get older, physical changes and health conditions—and medications used to treat those conditions—may…
Does your loved one need help? It can be a sensitive topic to discuss, but it is and important discussion to have. Talk with them about things they could use more help with around the house.
Caregiving can bring many positives into your life — but it’s also hard work, physically and emotionally. If you don’t take enough self-care to replenish yourself, then caregiver stress, anxiety, and depression can build. And that puts you on the path for caregiver burnout, a syndrome of mental, emotional, and…
As you or a loved on ages, it can be difficult to go through and find the senior resources and services in West Covina, California that you are looking for. Whether you are looking for assisted living, independent living, your local senior center, or a good skilled nursing facility, it is hard to…
Who doesn’t like free activities? Whether you’re saving for retirement, living on a fixed income, or just looking for new ways to be smart about how you spend your money, consider the following ten great free activities for seniors that you can trim your entertainment budget and actually increase your…
