Safety Issues for the Elderly Living Alone

Many elderly parents choose to live alone for various reasons, including maintaining their independence and privacy. However, living independently as an older adult comes with its set of risks. It is essential for their children and caregivers to understand these risks and take proactive measures to ensure their safety and security. This blog is dedicated … Continued

Why Would an Elderly Person Start Leaning to One Side?

As you spend time with your elderly loved ones – especially if you are their primary caregiver – you will likely become hyper aware of every change in their bodies. One of the things you may begin to notice as you observe your loved ones is that the elderly may begin leaning to one side … Continued

The Benefits of Working with Elderly People

Embracing a career in elderly care is more than just a profession—it’s a purpose. The elderly have paved the way for the world we know today, and being part of their life journey offers a profound sense of fulfillment. When you work with the elderly, every day brings a new story, a shared laugh, or … Continued

Why is My Elderly Parent so Negative?

Who remembers the song by Jim Croce titled “Photographs and Memories?” That song came out in the early 1970’s, so if you remember it, chances are your parents are now elderly. Think about the family photographs and memories you have from your childhood and beyond when your parents were happy and laughing. They were the … Continued

How to Get an Elderly Person Up the Stairs

The stairs can be a dangerous place for an elderly person. As a caregiver, it is your responsibility to ensure that your loved one is safe while ascending or descending the stairs. While this may seem daunting, proactive safety measures and careful planning can help prevent accidents or injuries. Implementing proactive safety measures can help … Continued

Asthma in the Elderly: Does Asthma Get Worse With Age?

When we think of asthma, we often associate it with children or athletes. However, we seldom discuss how it affects the elderly population Is asthma in the elderly a different disease compared to asthma in children? In this blog, we’ll explore the relationship between aging and asthma and whether asthma symptoms tend to worsen as we … Continued

Life Advice from the Elderly

The world we live in is constantly evolving. Can you recall a time when electric cars, self-checkout at grocery stores, DoorDash, online shopping, online banking, streaming services, and artificial intelligence (AI) were not yet available? Time passes by quickly. The advice of our elders can shed light on how the world has changed, both for … Continued

Personal Hygiene Checklist for Elderly Adults

As our loved ones age, it becomes more difficult for them to complete tasks on their own. Often, the elderly’s personal hygiene declining is one of the first signs that your loved one needs assistance with their day-to-day lives. Personal hygiene for the elderly is important because, in addition to just wanting to feel clean … Continued

How to Help an Elderly Person Up From a Chair

As people age, joints become weaker, and it can be difficult to stand up on one’s own. In this post, we will take a look at how to help an elderly person up from a chair and examine why older adults have difficulty standing up from sitting position. What Causes Difficulty Getting Up from a Chair? … Continued