Sutton In-Home Senior Care

How To Care For Seniors With Sundowner’s Syndrome

January 13, 2016 Brooke Sutton, President, RN

For someone with Sundowner’s Syndrome, the later hours of the day are usually difficult, to say the least. No one has figured out why this is the case; although there is a lot of speculation in the medical community that this involves the loss of sunlight. But what is observed is that the senior tends to drop into irritable nostalgia or moodiness when the day starts coming to a close. Dealing with a senior afflicted with Sundowner’s Syndrome can be…

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Why Nutrition Can Be Elusive When You Live Alone

January 6, 2016 Brooke Sutton, President, RN

People who are new to living alone may not yet know this, but loneliness can affect their time at the dinner table. An empty table can make it harder to focus on the importance of eating well and eating healthy, especially for elders. Nine times out of ten, these people are missing companionship. At its core, eating is no longer a social experience, which means they have lost the spur to make an effort. It is vital to get them…

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5 Things To Gift Your Elder This Christmas

December 24, 2015 Brooke Sutton, President, RN

It can be hard shopping for a senior loved one because you don’t know what to get them. What could be so special to someone who has had a lifetime of the gifts? And how do you know if they will like yours? If you were in such a dilemma, here is some help with that. Following is a list of things to gift your senior this Christmas. Blankets or throws: These may seem plain, but at least you can’t…

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Celebrate This Christmas With Senior Family Members

December 22, 2015 Brooke Sutton, President, RN

Do you stay far away from your senior parents? If yes, then make it a point to celebrate this year’s Christmas and New Year with them. There is no better thing you can give them than being with them this holiday season. You may be tempted to visit some foreign countries or tourist destinations with your friends or colleagues during this holiday season. But there are many other occasions you can do that. Christmas and New Year are traditional holidays,…

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Study Reveals Protective Gene Which Shields Seniors From Mental Decline

December 18, 2015 Brooke Sutton, President, RN

New research suggests that evolution may protect seniors from mental decline. A University of California study points to the evolution of gene variants that block mental depreciation. The study discovered that humans have evolved a CD33 gene variant, which protects the elderly from dementia. Findings from this were published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences. Study co-leader Dr. Ajit Varki says, “Such genes likely evolved to preserve valuable and wise grandmothers and other elders, as well as…

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Travel Tips For Seniors For The Holidays

December 16, 2015 Brooke Sutton, President, RN

While traveling, elder people often face more stress and fatigue than they can handle. Come holiday season, lots of seniors set out to be with friends and family. Holiday travel can be exhausting, considering that is when the most people make long-distance trips. Whether you are traveling with them or not, you can do a few things to make sure they stay comfortable during the trip. Consult a Physician The best time for your elder to visit the physician is…

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Things To Pack When Heading To The ER

November 26, 2015 Brooke Sutton, President, RN

When an emergency comes up with a senior relative or parent, the last thing you will be paying attention to is what to pack. That may not seem as important as getting to the ER, but these places usually aren’t the most comfortable environment for your loved one to be. Especially, if they had been receiving in-home care, it can be hard for them to wake up in the hospital. You may end up spending hours getting through the formalities,…

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Why Is It Important To A Consult Senior Care Advisor

November 24, 2015 Brooke Sutton, President, RN

It is hard to watch our parents getting old. But it is something that we can’t bring to a standstill. Getting old means losing independence; but it does not mean that we have to control the level of freedom that they enjoy. By providing your elders with better companion care services, you can help them keep a balance in their lives. If you were thinking about senior care options for the first time, you will have several questions about the…

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Is It Okay To Allow Seniors To Be Independent?

November 20, 2015 Brooke Sutton, President, RN

Elderly people need special care and attention from their family members. However, it does not mean that they need to be fully under the control of the caretaker. Most elders, who are capable of looking after themselves, enjoy independence. The family or the staff at the in-home senior care facility should take this into account while dealing with the senior persons. How To Deal With A Senior Person Senior people can be stubborn at times. They may resist to comply…

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The Underlying Benefits Of Home Care For Elders

November 17, 2015 Brooke Sutton, President, RN

Age brings infirmity in stages, and as we grow older, we start getting physically slower and in many cases, less capable. Some things are harder to do than they used to be a few years back. This is one of the reasons why seniors need care from the outside. Sometimes senior care is essential for accomplishing their daily routines and basic needs, such as with medication, exercise, etc. If these things are kept up properly, the senior can enjoy life…

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