Category Archives for Senior Safety
Common Medications That Can Increase Fall Risk in Seniors
When you consider fall prevention for an older loved one, it’s likely you think about hazards around the house or strength and mobility exercises to improve balance. However, did you know that one of the most common causes of increased fall risk in older adults are adverse reactions to medications? To guard against this, it […]
Continue readingSummer Safety Tips for Seniors
With the extra hours of daylight the summer months bring, there’s more time for outdoor fun: picnics, gardening, swimming, and more. Yet as the temperature rises, there’s also a heightened risk for a variety of heat-related conditions that can be extremely dangerous for older adults, such as: Heat cramps Heat edema (swelling) Heat exhaustion Heat […]
Continue readingUnderstanding Sundowning in Loved Ones with Alzheimer’s
When caring for a loved one who has Alzheimer’s disease, it is common to notice some challenging behaviors. In particular, seniors with dementia may have issues during certain times of day, as seen in sundowning. Sundowning is characterized by restlessness, agitation, irritability and confusion in the late afternoon or early evening, and is a common […]
Continue readingMedication Management Tips for Older Adults
With an astounding 6.3 billion prescriptions filled in the U.S. each year, it’s not surprising that so many older individuals – 39% – are taking a minimum of 5 of them every day. And family caregivers understand firsthand the struggles of managing these medications for the older adults they love. As a matter of fact, […]
Continue readingEngaging Activities for Older Adults with Limited Mobility
As the weather warms up, it’s as if the world reawakens. It’s evident in the trees and flowers that are beginning to rebloom, but it’s true for us, as well. Just settle onto a park bench and watch as joggers trot past, bicyclists whiz by, and children excitedly climb, swing, and race their way around […]
Continue readingRegular Exercise Benefits Older Adults: Tips to Get Started
The start of a new year is a great time to re-evaluate habits and routines, and to make a commitment to healthy lifestyle changes that can benefit overall health and wellness. One of the most beneficial changes older adults can make is to incorporate physical activity into their day-to-day routine. Exercise benefits older adults physically […]
Continue readingTips for Recognizing Senior Care Needs Over the Holidays
The holidays are special because they bring family members from far and wide back together to celebrate over a big meal and a lot of laughter and joy. With many families being apart over the past 18 months due to the pandemic, this holiday season may be the first opportunity in some time where everyone […]
Continue readingTraumatic Brain Injury Recovery: What to Expect
A traumatic brain injury (or TBI) is not uncommon in older adults and is frequently caused by a fall or following a car accident. TBIs are the result of a traumatic injury or blow to the head or body, and the amount of damage depends on both the nature of the injury and the force […]
Continue readingTips to Manage Aggressive Behaviors in Alzheimer’s
Of all of the many difficult behaviors that may arise as a result of Alzheimer’s, aggression is arguably one of the most challenging. While it can be hard to effectively manage, a good starting point is to understand that the aggressive behaviors in Alzheimer’s are manifested by the disease – not by the senior as […]
Continue readingLearn the Facts About Osteoporosis in Seniors
Many people think that weak, brittle bones are simply a part of the aging process. However, this is not necessarily the case. While some bone loss is inevitable with age, osteoporosis isn’t. Osteoporosis is a condition that occurs when the body loses more bone density than it creates. This condition makes bones brittle and more […]
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