The Benefits and Cost of Adult Day Care
January 22, 2012 by admin
Filed under Daily Living, Featured
Adult day care centers benefit both the caregiver and the elderly family member. They provide much needed respite for the caregiver, as well as providing the elderly family member with a way to get out and socialize with others and be a part of a social program to stimulate physical, intellectual, and/or emotional well being. [...]
Driving Concerns – How to Know When to Put the Brakes On Elderly Drivers
Driving skills vary from one person to another, and one age bracket to another. However, as people age, their driving does decline, but it doesn’t always mean that across the boards all elderly people will become worse at driving. Noticing the early warning signs is important. One of the biggest early warnings is getting lost.If [...]
Keeping In Close Contact with Eldercare Providers
January 22, 2012 by admin
Filed under Featured, Healthcare
When caring for aging parents or spouses, it’s important to be able to communicate to doctors and other providers so you can make the best possible decisions regarding their care. It’s also important because if a crisis occurs, you want to be prepared with the back-up support you need. First, you must have a doctor’s [...]
Caregiver Respite: Getting A Break When You Need It
res·pite/ˈrespət/Noun 1. A short period of rest or relief from something difficult. Respite means getting time away for you, the caregiver, to do things for yourself, which will rejuvenate you and help come back fresh and energized. When it comes down to it, respite is about self-care. It’s vital to take time just for yourself [...]
