Table of Content1 1. Stay Physically Active2 2. Eat More Protein3 Consume Plenty of Vitamin D4 Get Adequate Sleep Older adults often experience a significant decrease in muscle mass as they age, but there are ways to turn it all around. Maintaining a healthy weight and living an active lifestyle can help seniors strengthen their …
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Table of Content1 Undercooked Eggs & Meat2 Grapefruit3 Diet Sodas4 Soft Cheeses5 Low-Fat Foods6 Sprouts A healthy diet is essential to staying fit and strong during the golden years. In general, a good diet for seniors relies on getting plenty of lean protein, whole grains, and fresh fruits and vegetables. In addition to making sure …
Table of Content1 Start a Routine2 Plan for Daily Physical Activity3 Expose Them to Light during the Day4 Watch Out for Medications5 Learn to Handle Night Wakings6 Do Soothing Activities at Bedtime Sleep problems are one Alzheimer’s symptom you may need to address as a family caregiver. Seniors in general tend to have difficulty sleeping, …
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Table of Content1 2. Make Mason Jar Luminaries2 3. Knit a Scarf or Blanket3 4. Paint & Hide Pretty Rocks4 5. Make Decoupage Photo Cubes5 6. Enjoy an Edible Craft Crafting is a great way to spend time with your elderly loved one. Seniors benefit from participating in activities that give them a sense of …
Table of Content1 Consolidate the Living Space to One Floor2 Keep Special Equipment Easily Accessible3 Prohibit Smoking4 Educate Others about Stroke Symptoms5 Limit Social Interactions After a senior experiences a stroke, there’s a long road to recovery ahead, and one of the steps family caregivers need to take is ensuring their elderly loved ones have …
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Table of Content1 Choose to Address Setbacks Rather than Give Up2 Rebound Faster from Painful Experiences3 Learn to Accept & Grow from Loss4 Maintain Close Social Ties5 Maintain a Healthy Lifestyle Resilience is the ability to accept and adapt to changes in life that are often challenging. For example, instead of sulking at home, a …
Table of Content1 1. Follow a Balanced Diet 2 2. Lose Weight 3 3. Exercise Regularly 4 4. Stop Smoking 5 5. Limit Alcohol Intake Cholesterol levels are routinely checked when seniors have annual physicals. The lab test typically reveals the values for high-density lipoprotein (HDL), low-density lipoprotein (LDL), and triglycerides. HDL levels should be 60 mg/dl or higher, …
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Table of Content1 1. Insurance Information2 2. Current Medications & Supplements3 3. Medical History4 4. Power of Attorney Documents One of the many jobs family caregivers take on is keeping track of their senior loved ones’ medical information. A little bit of organization can go a long way toward helping your loved one remain healthy, …
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Table of Content1 Whole Grains 2 Green Peas3 Baked Potatoes4 Apples5 Raspberries As the body ages, the digestive system stops functioning as well as it once did. Motility slows, meaning food moves through the intestines more slowly, and constipation and poor absorption of nutrients become commonplace for many. Consuming dietary fiber is one natural way to …
Table of Content1 1. Avoid Correcting Your Loved One2 2. Don’t Place Blame3 3. Abstain from Saying “Remember When”4 4. Don’t Discuss Your Loved One with Other People5 5. Refrain from Saying “Stop”6 6. Never Refer to Your Loved One as a Victim If you’re like most people caring for senior parents with dementia, you’ve …
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