Caregiving is not rewarding. There. I’ve said it. That might sound like a strange sentiment, as there are certainly positive aspects to caregiving. We’ve talked about them at various points on this blog and many other authors have done the same. However, the line that caregiving is rewarding is getting old. Very old. Far too […]
9 Excellent Devices to Help Elderly People Stand Up
Standing often becomes more difficult as people age. Joints tend to feel weaker, while problems like osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, and muscle loss all work against the senior. Thankfully, there are solutions, including exercises to strengthen muscles and devices to help elderly people stand up. Devices don’t need to be complicated to do the job well, […]
Should Seniors Use an Integrative Medicine Doctor?
As people age, their physical health tends to decline, sometimes to the point that they are no longer independent and need caregiving support. However, there are many powerful ways to promote your health, to help you live a better and longer life. Turning to an integrative medicine doctor for seniors is one way to do […]
12 Tough Challenges Faced by Caregivers and How to Overcome Them
Caregiving is a common role. Countless people throughout the world end up caring for their aging parents, spouses, other family members, friends, or strangers. Yet, as important as the role is, the challenges faced by caregivers are often overlooked. Indeed, there’s still far too little recognition of all that caregivers do for their loved ones […]
5 Important Tips for Traveling with the Elderly
There are many reasons why you may want to travel with a senior family member and the experience can be an extremely enjoyable one. Nevertheless, there are some key tips to consider that can dramatically reduce the risk of any issues arising.
11 Bathroom Safety Tips for Seniors That Will Keep Them Safe
The bathroom is a surprisingly dangerous place, which is the reason we’re focusing on bathroom safety tips for seniors. The combination of water, steam, and tiled floors creates many hazards, to the extent that most of us have either fallen or almost fallen at least once in the course of our lives. Some have even […]