Table of Content1 Strategies for Addressing Aggression in Aging Parents with Dementia2 Create a Routine3 Take Care of Physical Needs Promptly4 Redirect the Aggressive Behavior5 Remove Any Triggers6 Take Charge of the Situation7 Try Changing Things Up Strategies for Addressing Aggression in Aging Parents with Dementia As your aging loved…
Approximately 50,000 new cases of Parkinson’s are diagnosed every year. The disorder is more prevalent in men, but the risk of developing the disease increases in both genders with age. The majority of people don’t realize there’s more than one form of the disease. Many seniors in the early stages…
Table of Content1 1. Determine a Cause2 2. Learn Proper Communication3 3. Take a Calm Approach4 4. Use Validation5 5. Try Diversion In the middle to late stages of Alzheimer’s, seniors may exhibit combative behavior. The neuron damage that occurs in various locations in the brain leads to confusion, memory…
Table of Content1 Making Life Easier with Home Care Services2 Overcoming Guilt About Taking a Break3 Getting to Know a New Caregiver4 Discovering the Benefits of Better Physical and Mental Health In-home respite care is a service that sends a professional caregiver to your loved one’s home to take care…
Table of Content1 1. Cooking2 2. Playing Games3 3. Listening to Music4 4. Reading5 5. Doing Household Chores Adapting to a new lifestyle can be challenging for seniors with Alzheimer’s, but with a little extra effort, family caregivers can find fun and stimulating activities for their loved ones to enjoy….
Yoga is one of the healthiest activities aging adults can engage in, as it can have a lasting impact on overall wellbeing. If you’d like to know more about these potential benefits, take a look at the following infographic, provided by Home Care Assistance, Huntsville’s experts in senior care. Hunstville…
Table of Content1 Use Transition Strips2 Monitor Psychotropic Drug Use3 Offer to Do Ladder Chores4 Visit the Eye Doctor Accidents in the home are some of the most common causes of hospitalization for seniors. Poor eyesight, limited mobility, chronic pain, and medication side effects can contribute to the risk for…
Table of Content1 1. Try a New Craft or Hobby2 2. Solve a Puzzle3 3. Play Video Games4 4. Read a Good Book5 5. Socialize with Visitors There are a variety of issues that can cause seniors to become bedridden, ranging from nerve disorders to broken bones. In addition to…
Table of Content1 Cooking2 Scrapbooking3 Crocheting4 Singing5 Bird-Watching Your elderly loved one’s hobbies may be based on his or her activity level, cognitive function, mobility status, and personal preference. Hobbies help seniors pass the time, inspire creativity, and raise self-esteem. Here are some hobbies that are ideal for the elderly….
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The senior population in Huntsville, Al, is growing, and many of these older adults have very different living arrangements. The friendly staff at Huntsville Home Care Assistance has put together this quick and handy infographic explaining some of the key statistics related to seniors living in Huntsville. If you have…