Strategies for COPD Caregivers to Help Loved Ones Breathe Easier
Coughing. Difficulty breathing. Wheezing. If you’re taking care of a family member with COPD, you know these symptoms all too well. The aim of COPD caregivers is to help the person live their highest possible quality of life, but it’s not easy. Despite the fact that there is presently no cure available for COPD, it […]
Top Strategies to Improve Life With Diabetes
November is Diabetes Awareness Month, and with more than 130 million Americans diagnosed with the disease, it is likely you know someone or perhaps even are part of this group. Whether you’re new to caring for someone with diabetes or a seasoned veteran, there’s always something new to learn to improve life with diabetes. These guidelines […]
Stroke Prevention Tips for Older Loved Ones
Suffering a stroke is only the first step in a series of challenges. The resulting effects from a stroke can linger long-term. In fact, the National Institute on Aging lists stroke as the leading cause of disability in older adults in the U.S. As with any other serious medical condition, prevention is essential. Stroke Prevention […]
Connecting With Confidence: Overcoming Discomfort With Alzheimer’s
A diagnosis of dementia may also mean a diagnosis for loneliness. Though remaining social continues to be vitally important for people with dementia, various factors can cause an increase in isolation, such as: Discomfort on the part of family and friends who are unsure what to say (or not to say) The need to discontinue […]
Top Devices for Someone With Arthritis
For people with arthritis, even ordinary, daily activities and tasks can cause unbearable pain. It may also lead to a loss in independence, as the person starts to depend more heavily on others for aid. Fortunately, there are a number of helpful assistive devices for someone with arthritis that can both reduce pain and permit […]
Common Causes of COPD Flare-Ups and How to Manage Them
We’ve waited all winter for March! At last, the days are growing longer and we can start to feel the promise of springtime all around us. For an individual with COPD, there’s extra reason to celebrate the seasonal changes. Dry, cold air is among a number of COPD triggers, and the arrival of warm weather […]
Is It Alzheimer’s? 8 Behaviors to Watch For
You can’t quite pinpoint it, but you’ve begun to detect some changes in Mom’s behaviors recently. She’s a bit more forgetful than before. She keeps losing her car keys. Occasionally she repeats herself. Is it Alzheimer’s? Currently, over 6.5 million people age 65 and older are dealing with the disease, so it’s important to know […]
How Home Care Helps Older Adults Manage Congestive Heart Failure
We have only one, and it is perhaps the most fundamental organ in our bodies – so hearing from our doctor that our heart is “failing” is distressing. Congestive heart failure affects about 6 million individuals in the U.S. alone, as reported by the CDC, and although it’s a chronic illness, there are steps people can […]
Practical Strategies for Caring for a Parent With Dementia
Caring for a parent with dementia can feel as frustrating as trying to wrap your mind around quantum physics. It involves attempting to make sense of what appears nonsensical, and responding in ways that seem illogical to everything you’ve thought until now. Yet with some basic strategies in your Alzheimer’s care toolbox, you can feel […]
How At-Home Care Can Help After a Stroke
Experiencing a stroke is a scary, unexpected event. The effects can be minor to life-altering, but one thing is clear: follow-up care and help after a stroke is imperative. Fortunately, a great deal of this care is able to be provided at home. If you’re caring for someone post-stroke, below are some of the ways […]