Most content on this blog focuses on the ‘average’ caregiver. Such caregivers tend to be women, often aged between 35 and 65, and spend 20 hours a week or more providing care. Some of these women are juggling the twin burdens of providing care for aging parents and their own children. Some are even attempting […]
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Anxiety Medication for the Elderly: Precautions and Considerations
Anxiety disorders can be overwhelming and are often misunderstood. Rather than simply meaning that people are anxious (a challenge we all face occasionally), an anxiety disorder makes many tasks overwhelming, if not almost, potentially contributing to social isolation and depression. These conditions aren’t limited to the young. Instead, they can affect anyone regardless of age, […]
7 Powerful Benefits of Music Therapy for Seniors
We all know that music is powerful. Music therapy offers a way to take advantage of this. The benefits for seniors can be significant – and many caregivers enjoy the process too.
Mental Health Warning Signs to Look Out For As You Age
As we journey through life, our mental health becomes increasingly important, especially as we age. While physical health tends to take center stage in conversations about aging, mental well-being is equally crucial. Unfortunately, mental health issues among older adults often go unnoticed or unaddressed, leading to unnecessary suffering and diminished quality of life. Recognizing the […]
Helping Your Aging Parent Review: Caregivers Book Corner
Helping Your Aging Parent: A Step-By-Step Guide is a little different from the other books we’ve reviewed at Kapok, as it isn’t nearly well-known and doesn’t have the same following as other caregiving books. That’s not a reason to ignore the book, though. After all, many good authors with important things to tell struggle to […]
Glaucoma and the Elderly: Detection, Prevention, and Treatment
As we age, our eyes become more vulnerable to various conditions, and one of the most concerning among them is glaucoma. This group of eye diseases poses a significant threat to the elderly population, gradually robbing them of their vision if left undetected and untreated. Glaucoma is not just a medical term; it represents the […]