Private home care is an alternative sought after by many people for their loved ones who are either elderly, or suffering from various medical conditions. Private home care is generally considered cheaper and better than nursing homes because of several reasons. For a start, private home care eliminates boarding and room costs associated with other care facilities. For many people, being at home surrounded by family and familiar environments also helps in positively dealing with the conditions they suffer from.…
If you have a senior in your life who is still active, it’s important to make sure that they have outlets for their energy. Exercise has a number of benefits for the elderly, including improved physical fitness, improved moods, socialisation and there is growing research that exercise supports cognitive function.
Unfortunately as people lose cognitive abilities they may become easily confused if they head out for exercise by themselves, so here are some ways that you can help them to stay active.…
Looking after a family member who is suffering from dementia is a demanding and emotionally draining job. It is well-documented that patients with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of senile dementia do best when able to live in their own homes for as long as possible. To allow this, the toll on their partners or family can be huge. Here are some ways a full-time carer can use the services of professional carers to ease the burden - without moving the afflicted relative permanently into a home.…
