We all forget things from time to time. We might forget where we put our car keys, someone’s name, or the fact that we had a hair appointment scheduled. When it happens occasionally, we barely give it a second thought. But when we notice that we – or a family member – seems to be …
Most seniors and their families would prefer to stay in their own homes rather than be forced to move into a long-term care facility. To help them remain in their homes for as long as possible, in-home care is often the ideal choice. Still, however, finding the right agency and the right caregiver can be …
As we move into the dog days of summer, many of us are looking forward to the hot weather. But hot weather can be difficult or even dangerous for seniors. Seniors have a higher risk of overheating and heatstroke because their bodies simply don’t adjust to the changes in temperature as well as they once …
Most seniors – given the choice – would prefer to live in their own homes rather than move into a retirement facility. But if they are living alone, you may understandably worry. Yes, you want them to be happy, but you also want them to be safe. The following are three safety tips to consider, …
More than 1 in 4 adult Canadians are actively providing care to an elderly parent or a family member. Even under the most ideal of circumstances, this can be both mentally and physically taxing. And now that many of us are working from home because of COVID-19, it can be especially difficult since friends and …
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People with Alzheimer’s typically live four to eight years after the disease is confirmed, though some may live with the disease for up to two decades. If you are familiar with these stages it will help you to identify the behaviors your loved one is exhibiting, learn how to address them, and update his or her primary care physician.
Now, I have peace of mind knowing that my mom is being well-cared for. She still gets sick of course but I don’t have to wonder if I could have done something different to prevent her illnesses.
When thinking of dementia, most of us think about memory loss but this is only one of the six ways dementia can change how our mind works. To receive a diagnosis of dementia, you need to have your cognition change in two of the following six ways: Complex Attention Executive Functioning Memory Language (expressive and …
