Alzheimer’s disease comes with changing care needs for your loved one, and they’ll likely require a caregivers to help them with daily tasks. Here are a few guidelines to ensure your elderly relative’s needs are met and to keep them comfortable and happy. What a Caregiver Can Do for a Parent With Alzheimer’s 1. Minimize Options Make it easier for…
It is estimated that as many as 50 percent of adults in America over the age of 65 are taking at least 5 medications at one time. This can make keeping track of daily doses challenging – especially for adults suffering from any form of cognitive impairment. If you parent or older relative is having trouble managing their daily medications,…
When you made the decision to step into the role of being a family caregiver for your aging loved ones, it was likely largely influenced by the fact that you love your parents and want them to be happy, healthy, and comfortable throughout their later years. Even if this was not the primary influence in starting your elder care relationship…
