Posts by Perry C. Doc Alleva, Owner & Administrator
Tips for Solving Privacy Issues as a Caregiver
When you’re a caregiver, you may find that privacy takes a back seat to everything else. But when you, your senior, and possibly even other family members are all living together, it’s important to figure out those privacy issues. Make Sure Everyone Has Their Own Space Everyone needs at least a corner that is their…
Read More5 Benefits of Online Grocery Shopping
Everyone is busy nowadays, but family caregivers may be one of the busiest groups of all. When they try to juggle the needs of their aging relative with their job, their own family and household duties, it can quickly become overwhelming. While many family caregivers are hiring home care services providers to help with their…
Read MoreIs it Time to Talk to Your Elder about an Exercise Plan?
Many aging adults are shocked to learn that they really should be exercising, at least a little bit. Exercise can pay off big for your elderly family member, particularly in terms of improved balance and strength. Clear it With Her Doctor Before you and your senior put any exercise plan into motion, it’s a good…
Read MoreIs Caffeine Harmful to my Elderly Mom?
So many people depend on caffeine to start their day, but rarely do they stop to consider whether it is harming their health. Family caregivers should take the time to learn about the health effects of caffeine on their aging loved ones, so they can work with elderly care providers to increase or decrease caffeine…
Read MoreHow Can You Modify Kitchens and Bathrooms for Your Senior?
Kitchens and bathroom are two of the rooms in which your senior is most likely to run into some sort of safety issue. Modifications can help so very much, but it’s tough to know what to change and what to leave alone. Are Cabinets Easy to Open? If cabinets aren’t easy to open, your senior…
Read MoreWhat Should You Take if Your Senior Has to Go into the Hospital?
A trip to the hospital can be scary, but it’s even worse if you and your elderly family member are underprepared. Try some of these ideas. Personal Information that You Might Need If you’ve already got an information sheet for your aging adult, make a copy and bring it with you. This information sheet needs…
Read MoreTips for Helping Keep Your Parent’s Home Cooler During Hot Weather
High temperatures can be very dangerous for elderly adults. Experts note that seniors over the age of 65 are at increased risk of suffering serious health complications associated with high temperatures. There are many reasons why elderly adults are more vulnerable to heat, including their bodies reduced ability to regulate temperature, potential effect of medications…
Read MoreCan Low Vision Negatively Impact Your Parent’s Safety?
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, millions of people throughout the United States are living with low vision. This is a very common issue among older people. Structural changes of aging, lingering effects of trauma or illness, certain health issues, and even taking some medications can result in low vision. It’s obvious…
Read MoreWhat Self Defense Programs Are Good for Seniors?
At any age, a self-defense course is a good idea. Senior citizens are not too old to take a course. In fact, it can be helpful. Attackers often see the elderly as easy victims. They expect them to be slower and weaker. With a self-defense course, your parent has the knowledge to fight off an…
Read MoreFour Reasons People Might Feel Okay Criticizing Your Caregiving Skills
When you’re working as hard as you can every day to take the best care possible of your aging adult, criticism from other family members can hurt a lot. Whether they’re critiquing decisions you’re making or they’re telling you that they’d do a better job, you might want to dig deeper to figure out why…
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