Table of Content1 Stay Calm2 Maintain a Routine3 Simplify the Experience4 Provide Seating Some seniors with Alzheimer’s find bathing unpleasant, and many even try to stop bathing before the process is complete, which can be dangerous if they aren’t supervised properly. If you’re providing care for an elderly loved one…
Table of Content1 1. Protect against Disease2 2. Lower the Risk of Food Poisoning3 3. Promote Digestion4 4. Lose Weight5 5. Enhance Brain Health As people age, their dietary needs often change. Some seniors eat whatever they want, while others decide it’s time to switch to healthy foods. When older…
Table of Content1 Zucchini2 Red Beets3 Apples4 Bananas5 Sweet Potatoes The digestive system has the very important job of breaking down food so it can be easily absorbed and turned into energy. The body needs minerals, calories, proteins, fats, and vitamins to operate efficiently. The easiest way to help the…
Table of Content1 1. Exercise for a Few Minutes Each Day2 2. Naturally Change Sleep Habits3 3. Alter the Diet4 4. Take Medications5 5. Start Meditating Older adults who have fibromyalgia know how intense the pain can be. Here are several different treatment options to ease the pain and other…
Table of Content1 Do: Find a Supportive Caregiver2 Don’t: Set Unrealistic Expectations3 Do: Eat the Right Foods4 Don’t: Overexert the New Hip5 Do: Get Moving Hip replacement surgery is an increasingly common procedure for older adults. To make sure the surgery goes well, seniors and their caregivers need to be…
Table of Content1 1. Limit Sugary Drinks2 2. Use Assistive Devices3 3. Keep Up with Exams & Cleanings4 4. Eat Nutritious Foods5 5. Set a Timer The senior years are full of challenges that can interfere with the ability to care for teeth and gums. While the risk of tooth…
Table of Content1 Monitor Medications2 Make Adjustments3 Provide Companionship While some people may say increased pain is a natural part of the aging process, the reasons pain occurs among older adults are far more complex and can range from age-related conditions such as arthritis to the reaggravation of old injuries….
Table of Content1 1. Misunderstanding Personality Changes2 2. Physical and Emotional Exhaustion3 3. Isolation and Loneliness4 4. Financial Worries An Alzheimer’s diagnosis can leave family members with a lot of questions ranging from their senior loved one’s current needs to future abilities and what to expect. To ensure your loved…
Table of Content1 1. Start a Backyard Garden2 2. Learn a Foreign Language3 3. Play a Video Game4 4. Spend Time with a Pet5 5. Practice Painting People often think getting healthy means going to the gym. However, there are many activities seniors can do at home to increase their…
HCA is recognizing all of the wonderful caregivers who make it possible for us to provide excellent care every day to our beloved seniors in the Tidewater area! We see the dedication and compassion that make them the heartbeat behind what we do, and it’s our privilege to be a…