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How Can Alzheimer’s Caregivers Address Feelings of Guilt?

By >Meredith LaPira, 9:00 am on November 24, 2020

Alzheimer’s caregivers often experience a wide range of emotions, including guilt, when caring for senior loved ones living with the disease. If you’re an Alzheimer’s caregiver, realize that what you’re feeling is perfectly normal. Finding support can be key to managing your emotions. Understand that …

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Immunity-Boosting Tips for Older Adults

By >Meredith LaPira, 9:00 am on November 10, 2020

With age, immune systems become weaker. As a result, seniors often experience more frequent occurrences of colds, flu, and pneumonia than the average healthy adult. If you care for a senior loved one, try some of these tips to help him or her naturally boost …

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How to Help Your Older Loved One through the Grieving Process

By >Meredith LaPira, 9:00 am on October 27, 2020

Losing a loved one is difficult at any stage of life, yet seniors are often hit hardest by feelings of grief. During the senior years, older adults often lose several loved ones in a short time, and they may already be experiencing feelings of depression …

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Main Financial Planning Topics for Older Adults

By >Meredith LaPira, 9:00 am on October 12, 2020

  One of the most difficult things for adult children to do is have “the talk” with an older parent about his or her finances. Parents teach their children about finances, and when the tables are turned, it can be uncomfortable for both parties. However, …

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Reasons for Aging Adults to Go Back to School

By >Meredith LaPira, 9:00 am on September 29, 2020

Though some seniors have physical health conditions that deserve attention, it’s just as important to focus on their mental and emotional wellbeing. Many aging adults are choosing to go back to school after retirement not only because they have the time to do so but …

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How Light Therapy Can Help Aging Adults with Alzheimer’s Sleep Better

By >Meredith LaPira, 9:00 am on September 15, 2020

During the early stages of Alzheimer’s, seniors may sleep more than usual or occasionally wake up disoriented after naps. As the disease progresses, sleep patterns often include waking at night and compensating for missed sleep during the day, which can be disruptive for caregivers as …

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How Can Exercise Calm an Agitated Senior with Alzheimer’s?

By >Meredith LaPira, 9:00 am on August 25, 2020

Managing challenging behaviors that occur with Alzheimer’s is a huge responsibility for caregivers. Agitation often occurs when seniors experience changes in their daily routines that lead to boredom or make it difficult for them to find positive outlets for their energy. This is why exercise …

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5 Things You Shouldn’t Say to Family Caregivers

By >Meredith LaPira, 9:00 am on August 11, 2020

Because of the demands of being a family caregiver, some extra support and encouragement from other family members and friends is often appreciated. However, some of the things you might say in casual conversation may be inappropriate. Other times, certain things are best left unsaid, …

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Forging a Good Relationship with Your Loved One’s Caregiver

By >Meredith LaPira, 9:00 am on July 28, 2020

Choosing in-home care for your aging parent doesn’t mean you’re no longer involved with your mom or dad’s care. In fact, most professional caregivers encourage family members to be a part of the process as much as possible. At the same time, however, it’s equally …

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6 Specific Psychological Needs of Aging Adults

By >Meredith LaPira, 9:00 am on July 14, 2020

Mental health is often talked about when people are younger, but seniors also have their challenges with maintaining this aspect of their wellbeing. Older adults tend to have different challenges with their mental health as they age. Identifying their new needs helps seniors continue to …

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