10 Nutritious Snacks For Seniors Who Aren’t Eating Enough
One of the challenges of taking care of a senior parent can be getting them to eat enough. Seniors have a high risk of becoming malnourished even if they are eating because they typically just don’t eat enough. There are a lot of reasons why seniors lose their appetites. It’s normal to lose some appetite […]
Home Recovery Tips After Bypass Surgery
Having bypass surgery is a big deal. Your loved one just had a new bypass route created around her heart to allow blood and oxygen to reach her heart muscle. Without this life-saving operation, your loved one’s life would probably be cut short. Because this is such a major surgery, you can expect that your […]
What Causes Seniors to Wheeze?
Wheezing is a symptom that people of any age might experience, but it can be particularly frustrating or even upsetting for aging adults. In seniors, wheezing might be an indication that they’re dealing with another health issue that needs to be resolved. Understanding what wheezing is and what the possible causes are can help with […]
Why Your Senior Parent Needs Companion Care At Home
Loneliness has been an issue for seniors who live independently for a long time, but the Covid-19 pandemic made loneliness even worse for seniors. A researcher from the University of Michigan tracked the habits of people over 55 since the pandemic and found that 60% of them spend more time at home than they did […]
Tackling Bad Breath in Seniors
Bad breath, also called halitosis, is a common issue for aging adults. Bad breath is embarrassing, but it might be more than that, too. Persistent bad breath can be a sign that seniors are having health issues or that they need a lot more help than they needed in the past to stay on top […]
Choking Prevention Tips for Seniors
Choking is a huge problem for aging adults and the risks increase if they’re dealing with other health issues. Changes in the ability to swallow, problems with oral health, and respiratory illnesses all can contribute to choking issues for seniors. Staying as proactive as possible helps to reduce risks related to choking, which might mean […]
Common Respiratory Diseases That Affect Seniors
The respiratory system alters with age, which can increase susceptibility to a variety of diseases. For instance, the lungs lose some of their flexibility, and the muscles that support breathing may weaken. Add in the fact that the immune system becomes less capable of battling infections, and it becomes clear why some seniors struggle with […]
How Can Seniors Make Over Their Bedrooms for Better Sleep?
Better sleep means looking at all sorts of variables, including the bedroom. As seniors age, they might experience difficulties sleeping well for a lot of different reasons. Home care providers can help aging adults ensure that they’re practicing good sleep hygiene and that their bedrooms are set up for the best possible sleep experience. Why […]
The Importance of a Well-Rounded Diet for Seniors
The importance of eating a well-balanced diet for general health and well-being increases with age. Maintaining mobility, strengthening immunity, controlling chronic conditions, and preserving cognitive function all depend heavily on a healthy diet. Essentially, eating the correct foods in the right quantity can significantly impact a senior’s quality of life. With home care assistance, seniors […]
How to Ease the Transition to Home Care Assistance for Seniors
When the topic of home care assistance first comes up for families with aging adults, seniors might not be as excited about the idea as family caregivers might expect them to be. Even when they know they need a little bit of extra help, it can be scary to confront the reality of having someone […]
