Although elderly patients are best looked after by a regular nurse, there are special care requirements which the first time caregiver must meet if they want to take care of a particular patient on their own. Although it is impossible for the caregivers to get on top of everything and do all the work that…
Family Criticizing me Despite All I do to Care for Dad
5 / 5 ( 3 votes ) The useless family members stopped by this Saturday and let us know that the bathroom is “disgusting” and that Dad’s pillow is yucky – Well never mind the fact that he is clean, dressed, fed and skin is in great shape despite him being incontinent, never mind thanking…
6 Best Bath Lifts UK
5 / 5 ( 9 votes ) Best Bath Lifts – UK (2020 Edition) The field of caregiving and gerontology in the United Kingdom has witnessed a steady rise in the use of bath lift chairs by people who prefer bathing in a deep tub but experience challenges in getting in and out of the…
My Grandma’s Other Children and Grand Children Won’t Help With Her Care
5 / 5 ( 9 votes ) About 8 weeks ago my Grandma had a fall and 6 weeks ago a stroke. She is legally blind in 1 eye, has some memory issues, and is now struggling with anxiety and depression. She has 4 living children and 10 (all adult) grandchildren, so providing care for…
I am Jealous of my Friends Who are Out Living Life Because My Life is On Hold Due to Mom’s Alzheimer’s
5 / 5 ( 5 votes ) I need to vent. I am very unhappy because I feel that I was unfairly given a bad card in life, being my mom’s sole caregiver. I am jealous of my friends, who are out living life. I am jealous of my brother, who is living his life…
8 Best Bath Lift Chairs for Disabled to Choose From
5 / 5 ( 4 votes ) If you are disabled and have lately begun to face difficulties in getting in and out of your bathtub then what you need is a bathlift, or if you happen to be a caregiver to a physically challenged person who has bath time challenges of this nature, you…
Hot Tub Safety Tips for Seniors & Elderly
5 / 5 ( 3 votes ) Taking a hot tub bath is healthy in many ways irrespective of age or gender. But you have to keep safety in mind especially as far as the seniors and older adults are concerned. Here are some hot tub safety tips for seniors & elderly people. These tips…
Every Day I want to Scream. I just Want a Normal Life With my Husband and Kids.
5 / 5 ( 7 votes ) Here is the deal: My Mom moved in with us 15 months ago and it’s changed our family dynamic. My husband and I are doing okay, we can bitch and complain and go on dates to decompress, but the kids (8 & 6) are now crying to us…