Elder Care Articles

Family » Elder Care | By Art Gib @ Tuesday, 6th May 2008 @ 4:16 PM

As we get older, our bodies naturally start to fall apart and suddenly things that we once considered simple tasks, can become hard or dangerous for us. Unfortunately, no one is exempt from this process. Even the healthiest individuals are not immune to ageing. One way to cope with the ever growing dangers that accompany old age is to find constant supervision and assistance. For some adult this involves moving in with their children. In many cases, this is beneficial to both the old and... more...

Family » Elder Care | By Joseph Casciani @ Wednesday, 9th April 2008 @ 11:31 AM

As we age, our sensory systems gradually lose their sharpness. Because our brain requires a minimal amount of input to remain alert and functioning, sensory loss for older adults puts them at risk for sensory deprivation. Severe sensory impairments, such as in vision or hearing, may result in behavior similar to dementia and psychosis, such as increased disorientation and confusion. Added restrictions, such as confinement to bed or a Geri-chair, increases this risk. With nothing to show the ... more...

Family » Elder Care | By Pamela Dombrowski-Wilson @ Thursday, 3rd April 2008 @ 4:21 PM

Many parents come from the old school believing that their children will provide care for them when they age. Some children offer unwavering support while others simply have their own responsibilities with family and career. As a result, some parents expecting support from children are left without assistance. If your parents have slyly mentioned that they expect you to care for them when they are older, give them a copy of this article and have an open discussion. It may open their eyes to the... more...

Family » Elder Care | By Pamela Dombrowski-Wilson @ Thursday, 3rd April 2008 @ 4:12 PM

Forty percent of Americans believe that Medicare pays for all healthcare needs after age 65. The majority of older adults are unprepared and shocked to learn they have to pay out of pocket for expenses they believed to be reimbursed by Medicare insurance. Getting older and having healthcare issues can be financially and personally disastrous especially for those who are unprepared. What happens when your expenses for maintaining your home and your healthcare expenses exceed your income? ... more...

Family » Elder Care | By Pamela Dombrowski-Wilson @ Thursday, 3rd April 2008 @ 3:51 PM

Unless you have spent considerable time with your parents and are aware of how they manage their finances and resources, it is likely you will end up contributing financially to their retirement and healthcare needs. This will significantly affect your retirement planning not to mention your time, family relationships and your career. While children are generally supportive of caring for aging parents and many would not change anything about the time, effort and financial support provided... more...

Family » Elder Care | By David Kowalczyk @ Friday, 28th March 2008 @ 1:10 PM

Is your student organization setting up a high school prom, or a dance, or a party? Do you require thoughts for your themes? Well look no further we are able to assist the spark your original juices by going over more than a few factors that decide a winning prom. The High School Homecoming Nearly everyone in the High School Homecomings is prearranged by Student Council Advisors. Now the most important thought for a homecoming is to endorse school spirit. The setting up that goes into ... more...

Family » Elder Care | By William Hammond @ Sunday, 2nd March 2008 @ 1:18 AM

One of the Veteran Administration's best-kept secrets, which is an excellent potential source of funds for long-term care (either at home or in an assisted living facility) are veteran's benefits for a non-service connected disability. Most VA benefits and pensions are based on a disability which was incurred during a veteran's wartime service. There is another benefit, however - a pension program - available for individuals who are disabled due to the issues of old age, su... more...

Family » Elder Care | By Kenneth Scott @ Wednesday, 27th February 2008 @ 2:19 PM

Chair lifts can really enhance mobility for people with handicaps. If you have trouble getting around, there is likely such equipment on the market that could help you. There are several types of lifts, ranging from those that raise a chair to another level for stairs or vehicles to lifts that raise a person to a level that will allow them to stand. The products that many people have found to be a tremendous help are those that help people in wheelchairs get up the stairs. There are many... more...

Family » Elder Care | By Kenneth Scott @ Wednesday, 27th February 2008 @ 1:21 PM

Death is inevitable and he who takes birth must one day leave for heavenly abode. Most of us avoid talking about death and funerals but the fact is that there are funeral costs to be borne and in the event one has not provided for it, the family has to undertake the expense. Funeral costs are not only a matter of affordability but of timing as well. Death, unless it comes after a terminal illness that every one is aware of, comes unannounced and sometimes at difficult times. The family may not ... more...

Family » Elder Care | By Martin Sabel @ Tuesday, 26th February 2008 @ 8:11 PM

Today, many adult daughters and sons find themselves called upon to help care for their aging parents. Often that care must be provided in an emergency. Could you provide the vital information doctors would need to care for them? If you're like most, you're not sure. Why You Should Have Instance Access to Your Parent's Senior Health Information Having your parent's complete medical information handy during an emergency can make a life saving difference. Senio... more...

Family » Elder Care | By Martin Sabel @ Tuesday, 26th February 2008 @ 8:04 PM

Gathering the family together to discuss what to do about mom can light the fuse of smoldering family issues. Here are five basic ground rules Rule #1: Put your loved one's needs first. This rule seems plain enough, but when you bring a family together, you bring decades of sibling rivalry, accepted beliefs and long standing issues of trust and confidence (or lack there of!). Rule #2: Invite everyone with a role in the outcome. Yes, even your arroga... more...

Family » Elder Care | By Phyllis Goldberg @ Monday, 25th February 2008 @ 12:06 AM

With 2008 in full swing, perhaps you've already had your fill of economic and political predictions by experts and clairvoyants. However, if you happen to be a Sandwiched Boomer, the following quietly growing trend may surprise you. The results of recent studies indicate that nearly 40% of close to 44 million unpaid caregivers for the elderly are male. The call to honor loved ones is becoming an emerging pattern of male behavior. Traditionally, the bulk of these caretaking responsib... more...

Family » Elder Care | By Jonathon Hardcastle @ Saturday, 9th February 2008 @ 6:20 PM

Caring for the elderly is one of the most challenging and rewarding jobs in nursing. Demanding a great deal of tact and care, looking after elderly patients is a trying and testing job, although it is one of the most necessary and most sought after positions in modern times. Elderly patients require care for a number of reasons, and these each carry their own complexities and challenges which must be met by the carer. For some elderly patients, care is a round the clock affair, and this... more...

Family » Elder Care | By Thomas Henricks @ Thursday, 31st January 2008 @ 9:19 PM

Society today recognizes the need and provides several non-profit agencies serving senior citizens and their families. They have worked hard to ensure a safety net of quality Senior Services in order to promote the well-being of aging people. They are typically operated through a funding source that relies heavily on donations. These types of services have been operating successfully for several decades. Programs Available The programs offered by such Senior Services often go by... more...

Family » Elder Care | By Thomas Henricks @ Thursday, 31st January 2008 @ 8:05 PM

While most cities in North America afford some type of care for the elderly, not all will provide the senior care that many families would like to provide for their loved ones. You can find this type of senior care in your community by talking with friends and seeking out local elderly and aging resource organizations. Another option, if these two efforts fail to produce a solution that meets your needs, maybe you should start thinking about promoting a new service. The elderly populati... more...

Family » Elder Care | By Susan Ellis @ Tuesday, 15th January 2008 @ 9:37 PM

Care giving is a learned skill. We react to the task in different ways. By understanding our reactions we will know how best to proceed. 1. Timing What were we planning to do with our life when suddenly this responsibility is thrust on our shoulders? Were we into motherhood, or furthering our education; getting to the top in our profession? Or were we retiring and planning to do all the things we had put off, for the sake of others, and now it was our turn? Would our goals have to be ... more...

Family » Elder Care | By Thomas Henricks @ Monday, 14th January 2008 @ 6:57 PM

Having the responsibility of caring for someone who is suffering from the effects of the aging process can require considerable time and worry on you part. This responsibility could be thrust upon you at any time. There are a number of important issues to be aware of when dealing with elder care. Caring for an aging parent or friend may be a responsibility that you are more than comfortable about accepting but it can still be a very trying period. It is important to know that there are ma... more...

Family » Elder Care | By Thomas Henricks @ Thursday, 3rd January 2008 @ 2:26 PM

Many of us will sometime find ourselves dealing with the issue of eldercare. We could be facing the responsibility of managing the care of elder parents, an elderly loved one, spouse or maybe just a friend. The realization of this responsibility can come on us suddenly. Maybe an aging parent has broken a bone, or a spouse has begun to show severe signs of dementia. All these conditions may require some assistance in day to day activity. To relieve yourself of the uncertainty of their welfare, so... more...

Family » Elder Care | By Susan Ellis @ Thursday, 3rd January 2008 @ 3:58 AM

When assuming the role of caregiver for a loved one with a chronic progressive disease we know we are in for a long journey. It would be helpful if we had all the answers and information we needed, right from the start - but it doesn't work that way. So what, in hindsight, did I learn about staying whole? I learned that I needed to constantly nourish my body-mind-spirit, my total self. The body only works properly when it receives healthy nutrients, purposeful exercise, rest and rela... more...

Family » Elder Care | By Thomas Henricks @ Tuesday, 1st January 2008 @ 10:09 PM

Many of us will sometime find ourselves dealing with the issue of eldercare. We could be facing the responsibility of managing the care of elder parents, an elderly loved one, spouse or maybe just a friend. The realization of this responsibility can come on us suddenly. Maybe an aging parent has broken a bone, or a spouse has begun to show severe signs of dementia. All these conditions may require some assistance in day to day activity. To relieve yourself of the uncertainty of their welfare, so... more...