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By HCA Dev, 9:00 am on April 24, 2020
Walking is an excellent way for seniors to pass the time and enjoy the fresh air and smells of nature. The light physical activity can also lower an aging adult’s risk of heart disease, diabetes, cancer, and stroke. However, your senior loved one should practice the basic safety strategies below…
By HCA Dev, 9:00 am on April 17, 2020
Meaningful communication can and should continue with a senior loved one who has dementia as the condition progresses. At the same time, it’s important to be aware of how to appropriately adapt to changing behavior. To help you effectively manage this issue, here are some things not to say to…
By HCA Dev, 9:00 am on April 10, 2020
Millions of older adults can attest to the fact that sleeping patterns change with age. Some seniors cannot fall asleep easily, while others wake up frequently throughout the night. The number of hours of restful sleep may have decreased. There are many possible reasons for this change. 1. Circadian Rhythm…
By HCA Dev, 9:00 am on April 3, 2020
Coronavirus has left everyone scrambling to do what they can to protect the most vulnerable members of our population. Although no one can predict how a person’s body will respond to the virus, it’s clear that seniors and those who have health conditions are most likely to experience complications. Ideally,…
By HCA Dev, 9:00 am on March 27, 2020
You love your senior parent, and you want what’s best for him or her. Still, there may be times when he or she won’t listen to you, no matter how well-intentioned your advice or suggestions happen to be. While you may be frustrated by your parent’s stubbornness, there are ways…
By HCA Dev, 9:00 am on March 20, 2020
Physical activity can help older adults stay in good mental and physical shape, and making safety a top priority can prevent seniors from harming themselves when working out. Continue reading to learn about ways seniors can stay safe while exercising. 1. Follow Instructions Modifying exercises for your elderly parent may…
By HCA Dev, 9:00 am on March 13, 2020
Family caregivers are the backbone of support for seniors as they experience new changes in their health and abilities. The characteristics that make family caregivers so great allow them to provide compassionate care that motivates their senior loved ones to keep trying to maintain their health. That same can-do spirit…
By HCA Dev, 9:00 am on March 6, 2020
Taking on the role as a family caregiver can lead to many sacrifices, especially if others don’t help out. It would be less stressful for you and your siblings if you found ways to share caregiving responsibilities. Take a look at some practical ways to encourage others to help out…
By HCA Dev, 9:00 am on February 28, 2020
Eating well-balanced meals and nutritious snacks can help seniors age well and slow the progression of neurological conditions such as Parkinson’s. The nutrients from healthy foods could ease symptoms such as tremors, muscle weakness, joint pain, and difficulty focusing. However, there are some foods seniors with Parkinson’s disease should avoid….
By HCA Dev, 9:00 am on February 18, 2020
Older adults in Canada can opt for Self-Managed care, or families who want to help their aging loved ones out may choose Family-Managed care, both of which are explained in the following infographic. However, seniors and their families who need additional assistance with everyday tasks can rely on professional senior…