Visiting Elderly Parents - Checklist to Track Their Health and Well-Being
Tuesday, September 20, 2016
Elementary, My Dear Watson
Caregiver Employment Opportunities at the AARP Virtual Career Fair
Friday, September 16, 2016
AARP is hosting their next Virtual Career Fair on September 20 from 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. ET. This live online event provides those 50+ with the opportunity to recharge their job search and connect with local and national employers – all from the comfort of home.
Seniors at Highest Risk of Hospitilization-Related Delirium
Monday, September 12, 2016
Approximately seven million Americans, many of them seniors, develop delirium during hospital stays annually. Although Delirium has no age restriction, those 65 or older are at the highest risk.
Keeping Aging Parents at Home
Tuesday, September 06, 2016
It’s reasonable to keep your aging parents at home as long as you can do so without endangering yourself or them. Many caregivers run themselves ragged trying to keep loved ones, especially seniors, out of assisted living or nursing facilities. Caregiver burnout is common, as is the development of serious health issues among caregivers. There are, however, some ways to facilitate keeping your aging parents at home.
Memory Loss – Senior Moment or Alzheimer’s Indicator?
Monday, August 29, 2016
The most common symptom of Alzheimer’s Disease and dementia is forgetfulness, but not all instances of memory loss or forgetfulness is a sign of the disease. So how can you tell the difference between dementia and normal memory lapses due to aging? While the differences can be subtle, there are ways of detecting it.
How to Deal with Denial About Seniors Needing Help
Tuesday, August 23, 2016
Family Caregivers vs. Denial
What to Do When Adults with Dementia or Alzheimer’s Ask to Go Home
Monday, August 15, 2016
Taking care of seniors with dementia or Alzheimer’s, though rewarding, can be very frustrating prospect. Seniors often repeat requests to go “home” even while still living in their own homes.
How to Have an End-of-Life Conversation with Seniors
Tuesday, August 09, 2016
No one wants to think about their aging loved one’s end-of-life. Many view bringing up the subject as tacky or disrespectful. Some equate it with appearing greedy or trying to edge out other family from the decision-making process. Others even see it as bad luck.