It’s easy to feel guilty when a loved one has moved into assisted living. But, the transition doesn’t mean that you stop loving them and supporting them. You may even be able to support the senior better when they’re in assisted living, as you’ll have more energy and they’ll be getting the help they need. […]
Personal Hygiene
How To Talk To Elderly Parents About Hygiene
Aging sometimes changes behavior in surprising ways. This sometimes includes neglecting personal hygiene, failing to pay bills, losing interest in hobbies, staying indoors a lot, and becoming asocial. Such behaviors are sometimes the result of depression, but there can be other factors at play. For example, a senior who is neglecting personal hygiene may no […]
How To Help Seniors Wear Incontinence Pads
Incontinence can be a frustrating and embarrassing issue for seniors – one that can significantly impact their daily lives and overall well-being. These issues become more common as age-related changes affect muscle tone, bladder capacity, and control. The emotional and psychological toll of leakage problems can lead to reduced social engagement, embarrassment, and even isolation. Incontinence […]
Are NorthShore Diapers Any Good?
Incontinence products can be pretty overwhelming. Not only are there plenty of brands to choose from, but you also have different product styles and absorbencies. How do you know which ones to choose? In a previous post, Angelica talked about the diapers (also called briefs) from Depend and Tena, looking at differences in their sizing, […]
Essential Skin Care Tips for Bedridden Seniors
While many seniors are active and engaged in life, others are completely or at least partly bedridden. Being bedridden presents its own collection of unique challenges for keeping the senior clean, comfortable, and engaged. What’s more, seniors who are bedridden will often have a limited ability to move around much. This may mean they need […]
Incontinence Questions and Answers for Caregivers
Incontinence isn’t impossible to solve. The right incontinence questions can help you to make your situation much better.