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Getting up and lying down becomes difficult for seniors as they age, making them more susceptible to falling out of bed. Falling out of bed could lead to serious issues for aging adults, including broken bones, traumas, infections, and fatal injuries, which is why family caregivers should use the following tips to lower their senior loved one’s risk of falling out of bed. 1. Boost Bone Health Exercising on a…
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The emotional side of caregiving can be difficult for some, leading to resentment, anger, depression, lack of energy, and burnout. It’s important for caregivers to protect their health to remain in good physical and mental shape. Here are some of the ways family caregivers can boost their own wellbeing. Maintain Healthy Relationships Becoming a caregiver doesn’t mean you have to give up your social life. It’s true that you’ll need…
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Seniors do so much for others, and they deserve to be recognized for all of their hard work and selfless acts, which is exactly what National Senior Citizens Day does. Family caregivers can plan ahead and make the day even more special by creating fun ways to celebrate the occasion. Here are some ideas to help you make National Senior Citizens Day fun and memorable for your aging parent. Plan…
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Proper nutrition is important at any age, especially during the golden years. However, tastes, dietary restrictions, and physical limitations may change over the years. To properly address your loved one’s unique nutritional needs, you may have to prepare a healthy grocery list for him or her. Here are a few items you should include in your elderly parent’s grocery shopping list. Fresh or Frozen Produce Fruits and vegetables are filled…
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Sleep apnea is a disorder that occurs when a person stops breathing during sleep, which may happen multiple times throughout the night, resulting in poor sleep and tiredness the following day. Sleep apnea puts seniors at a higher risk of developing serious conditions such as heart attacks and strokes and may increase the risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease. Decrease your senior loved one’s risk of developing sleep apnea by taking…
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Having a sense of purpose can help seniors put things into perspective, giving them the ability to focus on what truly matters. When aging adults have a purpose, they can enjoy life and move ahead with their daily activities. Here are some of the reasons it’s important for seniors to maintain a sense of purpose. Enhances Social Relationships Life without a purpose could lead to boredom and loneliness. The more…
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Thinner, more fragile skin is one of the most common effects of aging. Switching to a senior-friendly skin care routine is the simplest way to protect your aging loved one. Use these tips to help your loved one enjoy the outdoors in the summertime while protecting his or her delicate skin from damaging UV rays. 1. Use Sunscreen The risk of skin cancer and sunburn make sunscreen an essential part…
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For some seniors, gambling is just a fun pastime, but for others it can become a dangerous addiction. The growing popularity of gambling games on smartphones and computers makes it even easier for seniors to become addicted to gambling. A gambling addiction can be difficult to spot. Keep an eye out for these signs of gambling addiction in your senior loved one. Lack of Interest in Other Hobbies and Responsibilities …
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Caregivers often become so involved in providing for others that they neglect their health and wellbeing. However, if they do not maintain their emotional, mental, and physical health, family caregivers are more likely to experience burnout or illness. Engaging in routine physical activity is one of the best ways to stay healthy. Whatever exercise you choose, get some type of physical activity three to five times each week for 30…
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Eating a healthy, well-balanced diet is important for people of all ages, but it can be an especially important part of a senior’s health and wellbeing. Not getting enough healthy food can lead to weight loss, fatigue, weak muscles and bones, depression, malnutrition, anemia, and a poor immune system. If your senior loved one isn’t eating what he or she should, there may be a good reason. However, you can…
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