As people age, they often need more care and assistance with daily activities. In some cases, this means that they may require placement in a nursing home or long-term care facility. However, choosing the right nursing home can be a daunting task, as there are many factors to consider and many consequences that come with making the wrong decision. Abuse and neglect are surprisingly common in these sorts of facilities, so it’s important to do thorough research and think carefully before making your selection.
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Daily Living Checklist For Seniors
Try and imagine waking up in the morning. What are things that you typically do? How do you get yourself out of bed? Do you throw your feet over the edge, stand, and walk straight to the bathroom? Or do you go downstairs and make yourself some breakfast? These tasks are called activities of daily living or ADLs. For people with disabilities, especially the elderly, simple tasks such as getting up in the morning or walking down the stairs to make breakfast are harder to accomplish.
How to Ensure Proper Gardening Support for the Elderly
Gardening is a great activity for older adults who want to stay active and engaged in their community. Gardening provides many benefits including physical exercise, mental stimulation, social interaction, and environmental awareness. Many people enjoy gardening because they get to spend time outside, interact with nature, and have fun.
How to Balance Your Needs when Caring for an Older Loved One
How to balance your needs when caring for an older loved one? Caring for a family member can be a great opportunity to reconnect and experience your existing relationship on a deeper level. That’s not to say that challenges don’t arise from trying to balance the level of care required and all of the other […]
How to Manage Raising Kids and Caring for Elderly Parents
How to manage raising kids and caring for elderly parents? Are you a member of the Sandwich generation? Well, if you find yourself with the responsibility to care for the kids at home, or support them in any way, but also care for your elderly parents while probably dealing with your own workload, you […]