When you or a loved one receive a diagnosis of a serious or life-threatening illness, you may find yourself lost in the maze of information you receive from your medical team. The terms Palliative Care and Hospice Care will probably be mentioned as you look at treatment options. Many people are confused by the similarities … Continued
Sometimes, providing healthy meals for an aging parent is what allows them to remain independent and stay in their home longer. For adult children, however, finding time to accomplish this task every day can be a challenge. That’s where exploring caregiving tools for meal preparation comes in. Preparing Healthy Meals for a Senior Family Member … Continued
The caregiver-patient relationship is often a close one. When a senior or a person with a disability must rely on someone else for daily assistance, it’s easy to understand how strong bonds can develop. But what happens when a patient’s feelings for their caregiver go beyond friendship? Believe it or not, this situation can happen. … Continued
Family caregivers often take on the role of caring for a family elder in stages. It may start with small tasks, such as picking up a few groceries or helping clean the gutters. As the older family member’s health declines, the role of caregiver can become full-time. Some adult children even quit their jobs or … Continued
Everyone knows change is constant with Medicare. It comes as no surprise that the year 2020 is bringing new policy changes that impact all current and future Medicare beneficiaries. It’s important to keep members in the loop when Medicare makes changes. The new year and new changes may inspire beneficiaries to adjust coverage before January. … Continued
*Griswold Home Care does not offer hair care or nail care services, please consult your healthcare provider and discuss what local options are available to you Young or old, most people enjoy looking their best. Unfortunately, seniors who are facing mobility issues or similar concerns can have a difficult time getting that kind of care on a regular … Continued
Dear Allegra: I am a caregiver for my great-aunt who is 93 years old. She has a debilitating case of osteoarthritis throughout her body, but especially in her hands and fingers. Her physician encouraged me to work on what he calls “passive range of motion” exercises. He demonstrated one I can use on her hands … Continued
As our beloved family members and relatives grow older, it can become more difficult for them to complete their everyday tasks on their own. They may have a physical ailment or disability that makes it harder for them to move around unassisted. They may suffer from a mental deficiency related to old age, like dementia … Continued
Running errands can be difficult for elderly people when it comes to setting time aside or performing physical tasks. A senior errand service or other related service can provide necessary assistance. Let’s answer some questions about errand runners, errand services, and how they can change an elderly person’s life for the better. Why is it … Continued
Dear Allegra: I am a caregiver for my father as he recovers from a stroke. While he is making progress, he still relies on a wheelchair when we go anywhere that requires much walking. My husband gets a little nervous that we don’t know much about proper wheelchair use. He thinks we need to attend wheelchair … Continued