For caregivers and their aging family members, the amount of time dedicated to personal care can become physically and emotionally taxing. The elderly are often embarrassed or upset that they have to begin to rely on others to carry...
One of, if not the, principal preoccupations of the human race is the fact that our time on this earth is finite. We are born into consciousness and spend a good part of our lives, especially while we are...
When people get it older, character traits that have been present throughout their life, including anger, abusive language and general impatience—tend to become magnified. Aging is a difficult and unsettling process for many elderly people, especially if they feel...
The recovery process is critical to the long-term health of anyone who has suffered a stroke. Rehabilitation and other care services must be properly administered in order to allow individuals to return to their daily living. The effects of...
There’s one thing to remember when considering what type of care to provide to a loved one: You have options. There are many care solutions that are available to meet a wide range of needs. Long-term care facilities and...
When you require additional care, it can be difficult to find the best place to meet your needs. Individuals who need assistance in maintaining their daily living while recovering from health issues can benefit from the care provided by...
Recovering from hospitalization can be a long process. Individuals require a high level of care and comfort to achieve a full recovery and return to their daily living. Family members enhance the recovery process by creating the right home...
Many adult children with aging parents will inevitably find themselves in the position of deciding whether it might be time to look into homecare options. However, this decision is not always a black and white situation and you may...
Canadians who are over the age of 65 years old currently represent 16% of Canada’s population. This number is expected to rise to 25% in the year 2036. These numbers reflect the increasing demand on care facilities by the...
Dementia and alzheimer’s are often thought of and discussed as one and the same thing when, in fact, they are different. However, although they are different, they are similar in the sense that neither one is considered normal as...
Caregiver burnout refers to being physically and mentally exhausted along with the feeling that you are unable to provide the best level of care because of it. While you may have once found your role as a caregiver rewarding,...