4.9 / 5 ( 14 votes ) Regardless of age, hygiene would remain the most important for any person. Older people however are of the utmost importance, given that we need to give them more attention and care. Without hygiene, they are more prone to diseases and health issues. That being said, caretakers or caregivers,…
Category: Advice
3 Important Things the Elderly Need the Most
5 / 5 ( 7 votes ) <By Aston Cassidy> As people age, they tend to have a difficult time doing the things that they once did. Many of us may take for granted the things we do in life that the elderly cannot do. Many elderly people have trouble coping with their loss of…
Considerations When Taking Care of An Elderly Patient
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…
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…
Is it Bad to Lie to a Loved One Who Has Alzheimer’s or Dementia?
5 / 5 ( 4 votes ) Ok caregivers, I’ve seen a few posts that say ‘I hate lying’. We are not liars, we are adjusting to our loved ones reality which just happens to be a little bit different from actual reality. We don’t call them liars, so therefore we aren’t lying. This is…
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…