Engaging activities for dementia

Engaging activities for dementia

If your loved one has Alzheimer’s or another dementia, you may wonder what you can do to keep their life lively and boredom at bay. There are likely more options than you realize! The first step is to reflect on your relative’s history and hobbies....
Heart attack warning signs

Heart attack warning signs

Heart attacks don’t always look like what you’d expect. While you might imagine a person collapsing with intense chest pain, that may not at all resemble what happens. It is true that the most common heart attack symptom for a man or woman is chest...
Fire escape planning for older adults

Fire escape planning for older adults

Creating a fire escape plan is smart for everyone but essential for older adults, who are at greater risk during a fire. Planning in advance can make all the difference. Consider the living situation. Ideally, your loved one would live, or at least sleep, on the...
The obstacles of pride and privacy

The obstacles of pride and privacy

It’s not easy to lose abilities and admit you need help. The reluctant elder in your life is more likely to ease into acceptance if you listen respectfully and offer compassion and a commitment to working together. Today, we look at elders’ concerns around...
The obstacles of cost and control

The obstacles of cost and control

When a loved one obviously needs help at home but refuses to allow it, it’s frustrating! Below are two common concerns, with suggestions for ways to problem solve together. Cost is a very practical barrier. Many older adults feel particularly vulnerable where...