Five Tips for Staying Safe at Home Remove all throw rugs. Remove electrical cords and clear all walkways in the home. Use no-slip swim shoes for the shower. Use bright tape on steps to help with depth perception. Install a wireless security … [Read more...] about Caregiver Tip: Stay Safe at Home
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What can you do to ensure that an older person keeps up with her daily grooming habits? Those with dementia often forget to attend to personal hygiene, which includes changing their clothes, says Kayla Cook, owner of Caring Excellence. The sense of smell diminishes with age so … [Read more...] about 4 Simple Caregiver Solutions
A Meal Idea for Someone Who Doesn’t Eat Enough
By Yelena Sapin | Art by Jillian Jones PROBLEM: It’s not unusual for appetites to decrease and mealtime enthusiasm to wane as we get older. In fact, encouraging our aging loved ones to eat enough to maintain their health and well-being is one of the biggest challenges … [Read more...] about A Meal Idea for Someone Who Doesn’t Eat Enough
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“There are many products designed to help you care for your loved one.” — Kayla Cook, owner, Caring Excellence By Rachel Reynolds P.S. Avoid these three financial mistakes. … [Read more...] about 4 Simple Caregiver Solutions
Making Holiday Meals Enjoyable for Your Loved One
By Rachel Reynolds Holiday meals can be both wonderful and hectic. Honoring a loved one’s need for quiet as well as connection is key for success. “Sometimes the chaos of the day is too much for someone with physical or cognitive issues,” says Becky Beanblossom, president of Home … [Read more...] about Making Holiday Meals Enjoyable for Your Loved One