Family Conflict When Caring For An Aging Family Member
Every family has conflict. However, when dealing with a senior family member, it can become even worse. As a caregiver, you will find yourself in the middle of plenty of family drama. This can make your job even harder, especially if the family tends to get you involved.
There are many reasons for family conflict. Some of them include:
Protecting Seniors as Warmer Temperatures Approach
There are myths out there that warm weather is better for people over the age of 65. While moderately warm temperatures tend to be more comfortable for this demographic, extreme heat can be a serious threat to senior citizens.
Elder Abuse Awareness Day and Month: What You Need To Know
Today, June 15 is Elder Abuse Awareness Day part of the official Elder Abuse Awareness Month, spanning the entirety of June.
Preventing Falls
As you get older, you are more likely to fall down and get hurt. Each year, 1 out of 3 adults aged 65 or older falls down. Falls are the top cause of injury for seniors.
That's because you are more likely to:
Increased Need for Caregivers In California
According to a new report by the California Employment Development Department the state “projects it will need 713,300 personal care aides in 2024, up from 525,200 in 2014 — a 36 percent growth rate.”
Sandwich Generation Caregivers
4 Ways To Support Healthy Aging of the Mind
The mind is one of the most powerful influences on how you or a loved one will age and live in the latter years of life. Maintaining a healthy mental capacity, in addition to physical well-being, is the gold standard of living a long, healthy and happy life.
How to Communicate with Someone who is Suffering from Dementia
Dementia affects an estimated 47.5 million people worldwide, and a new case of it is diagnosed every 4 seconds. It is a syndrome caused by brain cell death, often as a result of Alzheimer’s disease.
What’s The Difference Between Home Health Care and In Home Care?
When looking for caregiving for yourself, a family member or friend it’s important to know the difference between these two types of caregiving services.
How to Choose A Caregiving Agency
There are thousands of home care agencies in Southern California. How do you navigate to find an agency you are comfortable with that will provide the best care?
To find the right fit for you or your loved one, there are certain questions that you should ask of any prospective agency, such as:
Tax Season Tips for Seniors
It’s the time of year that many Americans dread: Tax Season. As taxpayers start preparing to file their taxes, it is particularly important that senior citizens are proactive and aware when dealing with tax preparation.
Here are our top three tips for seniors this tax season.
Tips for Visiting Elderly Relatives During the Holidays
Anthony Cirillo, FACHE, ABC
Aging and Caregiving Expert. Help healthcare org. change experiences, become dementia friendly. Speaker, Media Expert.
