In 2018, around 5.7 million Americans were living with Alzheimer’s. In fact, one in 10 people over 65 has the disease. Senior citizens without dementia likewise face many challenges. Falls, illnesses, mobility challenges and other obstacles to daily living can have serious consequences. Read on to learn why you may…
On average, elderly patients take over five prescription medications. That number raises to seven for elderly individuals within nursing homes. As our loved ones age, it becomes more important than ever to keep a watchful eye on medication use. When used incorrectly, medications cause more harm than good. But there…
If you have decided to help your aging parents remain at home, you aren’t alone. 85% of adults want their parents to stay in their own homes for as long as possible. This puts a unique strain on their children; how do you juggle handling your family, raising your kids, and…
Do you currently provide care for an elderly parent? If so, you’re not alone. More than 65 million people in the United States currently act as a caregiver, and many of these people are caring for elderly parents or loved ones. As a caregiver, you have to make a lot…
Around 1.5 million people in the U.S. live in nursing homes. Seeing your loved ones in situations you may consider less than ideal can be painful, but there are things you can do to make your time together more fun. When you figure out nursing home activities to do with…
Dementia is a disease which leaves sufferers with memory loss and cognitive decline. It affects around 5.7 million Americans and this number is set to rise to 14 million by 2050. But some memory loss happens naturally due to aging. So how can you be sure your loved one is…
There’s nothing more difficult than realizing a parent can no longer care of themselves. Not every family is able to take over that responsibility and sometimes an aging loved one needs more care than it’s possible for the family to provide. Starting a conversation about assisted living for elderly parents…
There are currently 5.7 million Americans living with Alzheimer’s or another form of dementia, and 83% of the help they receive comes from family members, friends, or other unpaid caregivers. If you’re one of them then no doubt you realize what an extremely stressful situation it can be, especially if…
Caring for an aging parent is overwhelming at times. Even the most supportive and strongest of families struggle with it. Especially when dementia, Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s or another debilitating condition is a factor. Dementia is a reality that more than 46 million families worldwide are facing right now. There are more…
Are you stressed out because your elderly parent is refusing care? Whether it’s refusing to go to doctors appointments, live in an assisted living community, or stop engaging in dangerous behaviors (like driving), dealing with a parent who refuses help can be incredibly frustrating and stressful. It’s important to know,…
