Proper hand washing is the most important step in preventing the spread of germs and illnesses. For busy people on the go, it’s easy to forget this. But not only does hand washing help prevent illness from spreading, but it also helps protect you from getting sick in the first place! This article will discuss how…
When you’re a caregiver, many things can get in the way of doing your job well. We’re all busy people, and if your sibling lives in another city—or even another country—it may be challenging to coordinate visits or essential tasks. But one thing that can help is learning more about caregiving and sibling teamwork through these…
Falls are one of the leading causes of injury and death among older adults. While some falls can be attributed to health issues such as arthritis or balance problems, others may occur for reasons your aging parent has no control over. Whether you have an elderly parent or are caring for one yourself, these balance exercises…
Even if it comes from a place of love, it is possible for the demands of caregiving to take a toll on your health and overall quality of life. This will lead to both parties suffering in the long run, which is why prevention of caregiver burnout is so important. However, if you’re already starting…
As if caring for aging parents isn’t already challenging enough, another issue children of elderly parents face is managing caregiving with siblings. Not only does this stress out the family, but the elderly parents could also get frustrated over all the heated arguments and tension in the air during family gatherings. Here are a few…
When one reaches a certain age, falls and injuries no longer result in mere bruises or cuts. Traumatic brain injuries, broken bones, and even death can take place when accidents happen. Many older individuals are afraid of falling which deters them from living to their fullest, which is unfortunate. Here are a few tips you…
Once a parent reaches a certain age, they may start requiring help in more or even all aspects of their lives – showering, eating, taking their medication, among plenty of other day-to-day tasks. Typically, their adult children take on the responsibility of managing their daily activities, but not everyone is experienced with caregiving. Wrong approaches…