I was thinking of a fun fall cooking activity that our clients could try as summer fades and everything pumpkin set in! We have clients in every stage of the aging process, companion, minor supervision, constant supervision and total care. It is important to keep our clients engaged in activities no matter the cognitive level. As the saying goes, if you don’t use it, you lose it! This includes physical activity and mental activities. The reason I love this recipe,…
Anyone else love when your Facebook memories pop up? Ok, let’s be honest sometimes I’m sure we love it and sometimes we hate it. Haha! You never know what crazy photo or post is going to pop up. Lucky for me this morning I opened my Facebook like I usually do, because I love me some social media first thing in the A.M. and there was the BEST memory. One that I will continue to repost, repeat, and reuse every…
It was Tuesday afternoon, and I was preparing timecards for payroll Wednesday. Between the three girls in the office, I don’t always get a chance to answer the phone. I happened to pick up when Miss Mary called. Mary called to see If I could help her with home care for her parents in a town halfway between Fort Leonard Wood and Saint Louis. This is too far from our office in Springfield to manage, but I had a former…
The advent of COVID 19 has forced the entire world to reevaluate health, safety, and caregiving. As we continue to adjust to all of the extra safety precautions that have become a requirement due to this virus, there are also important elements and unintended consequences that need to be addressed. Senior Loneliness is On the Rise: With seniors, and especially ill seniors, being at high-risk from COVID 19 means that seniors are no longer able to enjoy many of the…
Many seniors report having a little dot or fly that seems to have appeared in their field of vision. This is called a floater and is a normal finding. While most people will be educated about floaters at an optometrist’s office during an annual exam, seniors with memory problems may not recall what’s happening and, therefore, may find themselves frustrated to see something “new” in their vision. Here’s what you need to know about floaters: They are Normal: Floaters occur…
While we face the threat of COVID, the summer months pose additional risks to seniors. If you’re caring for a senior loved one this summer, here are a few important safety tips for Summer 2020: Keep Using Masks: Wearing a mask keeps you from spreading your germs to a loved one. If you have a senior in your life who is unable to wear a mask, it is imperative that they stay indoors and away from others as much as…
Being a senior is tough, but being a senior during COVID 19 means facing additional risks. While COVID can make anyone really sick, seniors, especially seniors with pre-existing conditions, have a high risk of complications and even death from the disease. Whether you’re caring for an elderly family member, or have a parent or grandparent living independently, here is what you need to know: Loneliness is an Issue: If you have a senior parent or grandparent who lives independently, they…
COVID 19 has made a huge impact on our society and the world as a whole. As we wait for a long-term solution, here is what you can do right now to help keep your elderly loved ones safe during the pandemic: Take it Seriously: Despite millions of cases around the world, some people are still in denial about the risks. Educate yourself and your family about the dangers that COVID -19 poses. This disease is dangerous for people at…
Knowing the signs and symptoms of a stroke can not only save a life but also prevent irrevisable damage. A stroke is essentially a sudden interruption of blood flow to the brain. Brain cells don’t survive without constant blood flow, which is why symptoms start quickly after the occlusion. If you’re taking care of someone who has underlying health conditions such as high blood pressure, heart disease, or high cholesterol, they are at a higher risk for a stroke. This…
The flu and now COVID 19 are particularly dangerous for elderly individuals, especially those with underlying health conditions. If you’ve been worried about a loved one who is under your care becoming ill, here is what you need to know: Get Educated: The CDC and the WHO both have great information on a variety of illnesses including the flu and COVID 19. When in doubt, follow the guidance of these websites and check your local city website for the most…