By Gary Hightower, 9:00 am on April 30, 2021
Table of Content1 1. Learn about Your Loved One’s Medical Condition2 2. Create an Organized Medication Regimen3 3. Try to Adopt Healthy Lifestyle Changes Together4 4. Learn How to Prepare Heart-Healthy Meals5 5. Plan to Monitor the Symptoms Every Day6 6. Allow for Extra Periods of Rest Seniors with heart…
By Gary Hightower, 9:00 am on April 16, 2021
Table of Content1 Take Note of Your Parent’s Hunger Levels2 Check Food Storage Areas3 Look for Patterns of Weight Gain or Loss4 Ask about Health Conditions5 Arrange for a Medical Checkup Your senior parent once fed you nourishing meals that helped you become the person you are today. The last…
By Gary Hightower, 9:00 am on March 26, 2021
Table of Content1 The Prevalence of Mild Cognitive Impairment2 The Causes of MCI3 The Link between MCI & Dementia4 Reducing the Risk of MCI As seniors age, it’s normal for them to experience a few changes in their memory function and thinking skills. However, if the changes in your older…
By Gary Hightower, 9:00 am on March 12, 2021
Table of Content1 1. Offer to Tackle a Task2 2. Bring the Caregiver a Meal3 3. Help the Caregiver Find Solutions4 4. Give the Caregiver a Small Gift5 5. Write a Thank-You Note6 6. Text a Funny Meme7 7. Call the Caregiver Regularly Family caregivers can sometimes get discouraged by…
By Gary Hightower, 9:00 am on February 26, 2021
Table of Content1 Stay Close to Family Members2 Age in a Familiar Environment3 Enjoy a Greater Sense of Independence4 Maintain a Quiet Living Space5 Establish Control Over the Care Plan Choosing a living arrangement for your senior loved one is one of the biggest decisions your family is likely to…
By Gary Hightower, 9:00 am on February 12, 2021
Table of Content1 1. Acknowledge Where You Need Help2 2. Explore Different Types of Support3 3. Put Together a List of People Willing to Help4 4. Look at the Long-Term Prognosis5 5. Arrange for Professional Home Care Services Dementia care isn’t easy for families. The early stages of dementia often…
By Gary Hightower, 9:00 am on January 29, 2021
Table of Content1 1. Fights Infections2 2. Lowers Cholesterol3 3. Boosts Bone Health4 4. Increases Energy5 5. Reduces the Risk of Memory Loss6 6. Helps with Weight Maintenance The foods older adults eat contribute to the way their bodies function. Garlic is a healthy option that can have a positive…
By Gary Hightower, 9:00 am on January 15, 2021
Table of Content1 1. Learn about the Symptoms2 2. Avoid Loud Noises3 3. Adjust Headphone Volumes4 4. Keep the Ears Clean5 5. Visit a Doctor Regularly Hearing loss is one of the most common issues among the elderly. Age-related hearing loss can make it difficult for your senior loved one…
By Gary Hightower, 9:00 am on December 25, 2020
Table of Content1 1. Reading2 2. Doing Puzzles3 3. Dancing4 4. Going on Nature Walks5 5. Knitting6 6. Cooking7 7. Playing a Musical Instrument8 8. Gardening Having fun activities to do can make any senior’s day brighter. Of course, not every person likes the same thing, but in general, enjoyable…
By Gary Hightower, 9:00 am on December 11, 2020
Table of Content1 Clutter 2 Tripping Risks 3 Inadequate Lighting 4 Bathroom Hazards5 Medication Issues 6 Oxygen Tank Risks  Research indicates seniors enjoy a better quality of life when they’re able to age in place. However, there are many potential dangers that could put older adults at risk. Family members need to evaluate the…