Lifting and transferring your loved ones can often be a difficult task for many caregivers. If the wrong techniques are implemented then caregivers are at risk of injuring themselves or their loved one. That is why it’s so important for … [Read more...] about Tips for caregivers on lifting and transferring
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How to help through a traumatic experience
If your loved one has experienced a traumatic or painful event they can suffer from the side effects for a long time. Traumatic events are usually a frightening or distressing experience that can leave the person feeling numb or … [Read more...] about How to help through a traumatic experience
Diabetes explained
Diabetes is a chronic condition where your body is unable to produce or respond to insulin resulting in high blood sugar levels. Symptoms are difficult to detect in elderly people because they are often misinterpreted as normal signs of aging. … [Read more...] about Diabetes explained
How to stay healthy by eating the right foods
Depending on our age and wellbeing, our diet continually changes throughout our life. Everybody, including the elderly should keep track of the foods are consuming. Lack of some foods and too much of others can result in a lack of nutrients. Omega … [Read more...] about How to stay healthy by eating the right foods
Driving and aging
How does age affect the driving abilities in elderly people? Driving can be a sensitive topic for your loved one. Telling them that it is time to stop driving can be one of the most difficult moments in a carer’s life. However, just because a person … [Read more...] about Driving and aging
Gardening tips for seniors
Gardening is an enjoyable pastime and benefits seniors in many ways. It is a therapeutic activity that promotes good health, wellbeing and relaxation. It also is an excellent form of exercise for mobility, flexibility, strength and endurance. … [Read more...] about Gardening tips for seniors
Tips for Ageing Eyes
Vision loss gradually occurs amongst older adults. Caregivers must be aware of warning signs and ensure regular checkups to detect diseases. There are also modifiable factors to slow vision loss and contribute to healthy ageing. Common age related … [Read more...] about Tips for Ageing Eyes
Tips on how your loved one can boost their confidence
Your loved one has years of wisdom and experience, so you would assume that they would have a fair amount of self-confidence. But sometimes, confidence waivers. However, in a world that is concentrated heavily on appearance your loved one may feel … [Read more...] about Tips on how your loved one can boost their confidence
Ways your loved one can stay socially connected
There are many ways your loved one can socialise while in assisted living, which is one of the advantages of communal living. With so many social opportunities available it can help them avoid the feeling of loneliness and, encourage them to take … [Read more...] about Ways your loved one can stay socially connected
Benefits of getting creative
When people think of wellness and how to be healthy, they immediately think of diets, exercise and sleep. However, creativity is essential to a person’s health no matter what age, as it encourages self-expression. Being creative provides … [Read more...] about Benefits of getting creative
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