Life after diagnosis: Navigating treatment, care and support The World Alzheimer Report 2022 is dedicated to the vast topic of post-diagnosis support – an umbrella term encompassing the variety of official and informal services and information aimed at promoting the health, social, and psychological wellbeing of people with dementia and their carers after a diagnosis. […]
Communicating with the elderly is a big part of what we do as caregivers. When you need to move the elderly from a bed to a wheelchair you will need to enlist his or her cooperation. To help the elderly feel relaxed and well taken care of, you need to communicate your abilities and confidence. […]
Do you know the old saying, “You can’t please all of the people all of the time?” Better rethink that if you work at a homecare agency, where keeping all of your clients happy is one of the main rules of business. Happy clients are the greatest assets of any aging care business because they […]
Caregivers play an integral role in their clients lives, allowing many clients to successfully age in place, in their homes. When hiring caregivers, people are often focused on their professional skills and qualifications. These skills are undeniably important. However equally, if not more important, is the personal relationship between the caregiver and the client. Below […]
As healthcare continues to take a consumer-centric turn, seniors needs have evolved. Patients are not simply looking to visit their doctors to cure disease, they now also want a positive client’s relationship that yields a positive patient experience. Finding a provider who meets individual patient needs is part of building a quality provider relationship. Patients […]
Weekend warriors beware once you hit the golden year. Cramming in a long run or trips to the gym only on Saturday and Sunday are not the best for anyone’s health. For those individuals over age 65, regular exercise throughout the week is the recommended routine to follow. Staying active as a senior offers a […]
This is a question that is important for anyone who has an aging parent, relative, or acquaintance who they are trying to help with deal with disability, or retain their independence by remaining at home. Home care is care that allows a person with special needs to stay in their home. It might be for […]
A lot of people worry that their senior loved ones spend too much time alone, and may be suffering isolation. There are many ways for people to stay connected to the older adults in their lives. Seniors are physically and mentally healthier when they maintain social connection and foster relationships. It’s important to remember that […]
These days, it might seem challenging to maintain a sunny outlook on life. We are still coping with the pandemic, and many people are struggling with the social and financial results. It’s important to know that having a positive attitude can have a positive effect on our well-being. Optimism is worth the effort! What is […]
How seniors can connect with others and form fulfilling relationships. As we age, it’s common to find our social circles shrinking. Making friends and building relationships as a child and young adult was fairly simple. You had opportunities to meet new people at school and through sporting events, and then later in the workplace. […]