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More than 2 million Canadians receive some type of formal home care, according to Statistics Canada. Also, roughly 8 million Canadians provide informal care for a senior loved one. If you’re one of these family caregivers, you may benefit from respite care. Let’s take a closer look at five reasons proving the importance of this type of care. 1. You Deserve a Break Caring for a loved one can take…
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Stroke survivors often have both motor and cognitive difficulties because of the way their brains have been affected. While physical therapy is designed to increase flexibility, stability, and mobility, memory-boosting games can tackle cognitive issues in a way that’s fun, engaging, and productive. Below you’ll find some suggestions for games stroke survivors can play to stimulate the three main parts of the brain associated with memory—the amygdala, hippocampus, and cerebellum….
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Certain health conditions can raise the risk for hospital readmission. While readmissions may be more likely to occur in the elderly population, younger people are also at risk. Here are some factors that raise the risk for hospital readmissions and what you can do to lower your senior loved one’s risk. Hypertension High blood pressure raises the risk for heart attack and stroke, and if your loved one experiences one…
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There’s no way to guarantee your senior loved one won’t be readmitted to the hospital after returning home. Still, there are steps that can be taken—such as being as prepared as possible to provide sufficient home care and paying attention to doctor’s instructions—that could result in fewer returns to the hospital. Let’s take a moment to explore some of the main benefits associated with lowered hospital readmissions for older adults….
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Stroke ranks just behind heart disease and cancer as the leading cause of death in adults living in Canada. More than 50,000 Canadians have strokes every year. The cerebral vascular events remain the leading reason for mental and physical disabilities in the country. When a stroke occurs, a number of changes take place in the brain. 1. Physiological Trauma • Toxins emerge – When neurons are deprived of blood and…
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Parkinson’s is a progressive neurodegenerative disease that causes mobility and speech impairment, pain, and behavioral challenges for many seniors. When the disease isn’t managed correctly, it could lead to isolation. Continue reading to learn about the social problems Parkinson’s can cause for older adults and how to prevent each issue. Embarrassment Drooling is a common symptom associated with Parkinson’s, and it can cause social awkwardness for elderly people. The excess…
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Managing aggressive behavior can be difficult for family caregivers, and as dementia progresses, the physical and verbal outbursts can become worse. However, developing effective strategies can ease the situation and reduce behavioral challenges in older adults living with dementia. Here are some of the ways your family can manage a combative senior loved one with dementia. Don’t Correct Your Loved One Listening to your parent allows you to determine what…
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Parkinson’s symptoms and its rate of progression vary from one senior to the next. To slow the progress of the disorder and manage its symptoms, older adults should stay as active as possible. There are a number of hobbies seniors with Parkinson’s might enjoy that can alleviate some of the symptoms while providing other benefits. 1. Doing Craft Projects Working on craft projects that use the hands strengthens the muscles…
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Eating well during the stroke recovery process can help seniors control their weight and blood pressure levels and significantly reduce the risk of a recurrent stroke. Family caregivers need to speak with their loved one’s medical providers to determine which foods to include in their meal plans and which items to avoid. Below are six healthy food options for stroke survivors and the benefits of each choice. 1. Spinach Diets…
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Although there’s no cure for Alzheimer’s disease, there are steps family caregivers can take to slow its progression and boost their senior loved ones’ quality of life. With proper treatment, you can enhance your loved one’s memory and other vital functions. Here are some of the ways to effectively treat seniors with Alzheimer’s. Remain Patient Regardless of how difficult times become, avoid using negative responses when speaking to your parent,…
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