http://ezinearticles.com/?cat=Home-and-Family:Elder-Care EzineArticles.com - Trusted By Millions as The Source For Quality Original Articles http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/2.0/ Here are seven helpful hints to the consumer when buying a residential stair lift for your loved one. This article will give you ammunition to ask questions when you are unsure of claims or items you may not need. Fri, 06 Nov 2009 19:37:20 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Stair-Lift-Reviews-7-Points-to-Consider&id=3223418 http://ezinearticles.com/?Stair-Lift-Reviews-7-Points-to-Consider&id=3223418 Making the decision to place your loved one in the hands of a long term care community is a tough one. I have seen many families struggle with fear, guilt, and regret in trying to make this very important decision. To that end, I would like to offer 3 quick tips to help in your decision making process. Fri, 06 Nov 2009 15:28:45 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Tips-For-Choosing-an-Assisted-Living-Or-Skilled-Nursing-Community&id=3211478 http://ezinearticles.com/?Tips-For-Choosing-an-Assisted-Living-Or-Skilled-Nursing-Community&id=3211478 It is a heartbreaking time when you realize that your parents are getting older. While we all realize in the backs of our minds that our parents are aging, most of us do little to confront this fact head-on, preferring as do our parents themselves to believe that they will continue to manage things as they please just as they always have done. Fri, 06 Nov 2009 10:28:47 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?What-to-Do-If-a-Parent-is-Diagnosed-With-Alzheimers&id=3194764 http://ezinearticles.com/?What-to-Do-If-a-Parent-is-Diagnosed-With-Alzheimers&id=3194764 Independent Living Assistance programs addresses the challenges and personal needs that may arise as people age. This article addresses the many services that are provided to meet these challenges. Fri, 06 Nov 2009 08:27:24 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Independent-Living-Assistance-Provides-Critical-Services-For-Seniors&id=3208971 http://ezinearticles.com/?Independent-Living-Assistance-Provides-Critical-Services-For-Seniors&id=3208971 Alzheimer's disease affects approximately 26 million people worldwide. In the initial stages, the symptoms of this disease become apparent through loss of short term memory for recent events. It then develops into an inability to remember and perform the Activities of Daily Living (ADLs). Fri, 06 Nov 2009 07:51:20 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Assisted-Living-Facility-For-Individuals-With-Alzheimers-Or-Other-Dementia&id=3140997 http://ezinearticles.com/?Assisted-Living-Facility-For-Individuals-With-Alzheimers-Or-Other-Dementia&id=3140997 For many aging Australians, safety in the home can be a big issue, and often determines whether or not they stay in their own home with a level of family or nursing care, or whether they move into assisted living premises. With a little planning, time in the family home can be extended while minimising home accidents and injuries. Thu, 05 Nov 2009 19:21:13 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Safety-in-the-Home-For-Aging-Australians-Reduce-the-Chances-of-Falls-and-Injury&id=3210032 http://ezinearticles.com/?Safety-in-the-Home-For-Aging-Australians-Reduce-the-Chances-of-Falls-and-Injury&id=3210032 Life can be fun and interesting and engaging well beyond middle age. Maybe more fun than it is right now. Even at age 80 a woman can be beautiful, stylish, engaging, smart, interesting, funny, and in-the-know. Thu, 05 Nov 2009 17:23:35 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Turning-80-It-Looks-Like-a-Good-Thing&id=3203408 http://ezinearticles.com/?Turning-80-It-Looks-Like-a-Good-Thing&id=3203408 Long-term nursing home care is expensive and may involve out-of-pocket resources, state-funded aid, Medicaid-or a combination to pay for it. State and federal assistance depends on meeting eligibility requirements. Thu, 05 Nov 2009 16:31:18 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Paying-For-Nursing-Homes&id=3202559 http://ezinearticles.com/?Paying-For-Nursing-Homes&id=3202559 As you watch your parents age, at some point you need to have a discussion with them about the future. What are there plans? How do you and your siblings fit in those plans? Thu, 05 Nov 2009 16:08:02 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Questions-to-Ask-Your-Aging-Parents&id=3203860 http://ezinearticles.com/?Questions-to-Ask-Your-Aging-Parents&id=3203860 There is nothing simple about living with a terminally ill loved one, or living with this on your own. There are many big decisions that you'll be facing and none of them are going to be easy to make. You probably already realize that each new day brings new challenges. Most of these decisions will need to carefully thought out to ensure that they the right one for everyone. Thu, 05 Nov 2009 13:14:52 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Is-Hospice-Care-the-Right-Choice-For-Your-Loved-One?&id=3202938 http://ezinearticles.com/?Is-Hospice-Care-the-Right-Choice-For-Your-Loved-One?&id=3202938 As we age our mobility often becomes hampered, through muscle, joint and bone conditions deteriorating. You may have experienced this or you may have a loved family member who, as they grow older, become frailer, begin to have difficulties in moving about freely. This can often hamper one's life style, keeping them indoors, when they would rather be outside living life as normal. Thu, 05 Nov 2009 11:47:19 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Walking-Frames-Increase-Mobility-and-Allow-Greater-Freedom-and-Independence&id=3203579 http://ezinearticles.com/?Walking-Frames-Increase-Mobility-and-Allow-Greater-Freedom-and-Independence&id=3203579 Urinary incontinence in seniors and the elderly leads to an increased risk of depression and lower quality of life. There are many things you can do to help alleviate embarrassing bladder problems and regain the life you once enjoyed! Thu, 05 Nov 2009 10:40:29 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Urinary-Incontinence-Causes-Depression-in-the-Elderly&id=3196859 http://ezinearticles.com/?Urinary-Incontinence-Causes-Depression-in-the-Elderly&id=3196859 Its a sad fact that in today's society there seems to be a multitude of people waiting to rip you off and take money for no service, and the nursing agency sector is no different from any other. But you should realised that not everyone is dishonest or disreputable. Thu, 05 Nov 2009 10:29:31 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Some-Tips-For-Choosing-a-Nursing-Agency&id=3214094 http://ezinearticles.com/?Some-Tips-For-Choosing-a-Nursing-Agency&id=3214094 If you're choosing a retirement home for yourself or someone you love, you know it is an extremely difficult decision. The majority of seniors are reluctant to admit that they can't cope as independently anymore, and may resist moving until they are almost incapacitated. It's only natural to want to remain in your own home for as long as possible. Finding a home that will be a good fit for lifestyle and budget is stressful, and with so many options, it can be overwhelming. Fortunately, today there are many fantastic choices for senior retirement homes, with excellent services and amenities. Thu, 05 Nov 2009 08:47:54 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Retirement-Home-Options&id=3195993 http://ezinearticles.com/?Retirement-Home-Options&id=3195993 "Aging In Place" is a senior care industry term for helping elderly remain in their home rather than live with family or go into assisted living. I hate this term. It sounds like leftovers rotting in the refrigerator. Who wants to do that? Thu, 05 Nov 2009 06:46:36 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Helping-Seniors-Age-in-Place&id=3204231 http://ezinearticles.com/?Helping-Seniors-Age-in-Place&id=3204231 Getting old is bad enough - who wants to have to leave their home in addition? And being a burden on family members can sometimes be so stressful that the emotional strain of staying at-home may make moving into an assisted-care facility a more attractive option. However, there are several different ways that seniors can age in place and receive in-home senior care and assistance in the privacy and comfort of their own home, as an affordable alternative to facility care. Wed, 04 Nov 2009 22:07:55 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Aging-in-Place-Three-Ways-to-Stay-Put-Using-At-Home-Senior-Care&id=3192355 http://ezinearticles.com/?Aging-in-Place-Three-Ways-to-Stay-Put-Using-At-Home-Senior-Care&id=3192355 Over 25,000 agencies in the United States provide home care services and non-medical nursing aide assistance to senior citizens and citizens with disabilities. Here are six tips to help you choose the right home care provider. Wed, 04 Nov 2009 22:02:35 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Six-Tips-For-Choosing-a-Home-Care-Provider&id=3192315 http://ezinearticles.com/?Six-Tips-For-Choosing-a-Home-Care-Provider&id=3192315 As the baby boomer generation begins to age and retire, many of us, if given the option, would prefer to live out our lives in our own homes. However, to do that safely, there are some modifications that may need to be made to your home. Wed, 04 Nov 2009 20:14:14 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-to-Improve-Your-Home-For-Your-Later-Years&id=3187357 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-to-Improve-Your-Home-For-Your-Later-Years&id=3187357 Learn how to take s few preventative steps, and you can insure that you never end up living in a nursing home. Their reputation precedes them, and to be honest, is quite accurate. Wed, 04 Nov 2009 17:15:25 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-to-Make-Sure-That-You-Never-End-Up-Living-in-a-Nursing-Home&id=3186344 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-to-Make-Sure-That-You-Never-End-Up-Living-in-a-Nursing-Home&id=3186344 If dementia patients were willing to follow the lead of their caregiver, things would go pretty smoothly. But they don't, and their negativism is quite a drain on the caregiver. The key, for the caregiver, is to understand that NO does not necessarily mean NO. Wed, 04 Nov 2009 16:46:16 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Understanding-Negativism-in-Dementia-Patients&id=3191333 http://ezinearticles.com/?Understanding-Negativism-in-Dementia-Patients&id=3191333 It is important that as a child you pay attention and begin to notice a decline in your parents. When Dad cannot get around on his own or Mom begins to decline in her activities, you have to step up. You are good child and your parents deserve some of your time and attention as they age. Follow these steps and you will find that they will probably live to meet your grandchildren. Wed, 04 Nov 2009 15:33:41 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Being-the-Good-Child-When-Your-Parents-Become-Old-and-Vulnerable,-Part-1&id=3187218 http://ezinearticles.com/?Being-the-Good-Child-When-Your-Parents-Become-Old-and-Vulnerable,-Part-1&id=3187218 As we now live longer, unfortunately our bodies are in greater need of supporting products that allow us to lead a life style that maintains our independence. Aside from retirement villages and self assisted living accommodation, there is now a range of products on the market that assists us in our every day activities. Wed, 04 Nov 2009 15:32:38 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Adult-Diapers-Allow-You-to-Self-Manage-Incontinence&id=3203388 http://ezinearticles.com/?Adult-Diapers-Allow-You-to-Self-Manage-Incontinence&id=3203388 Following the second world war, Australia went into baby boom motion, increasing the population to what is today, an aging nation. This has caught the government short, and means that aged care facilities are being built at a fast rate, to ensure that some form of assisted living housing is available for those who need it. Wed, 04 Nov 2009 15:30:50 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Australia,-an-Aging-Nation-and-Land-of-Aged-Care-Facilities&id=3203273 http://ezinearticles.com/?Australia,-an-Aging-Nation-and-Land-of-Aged-Care-Facilities&id=3203273 Many uncompensated caregivers - spouses, adult children, relatives and friends - find caring for an elder to be satisfying and enriching. However, the responsibilities and demands of elder caregiving, can be extremely stressful. The stress of elder care can lead to mental and physical health problems that contribute to caregiver burn out. This stress often leads to unintentional as well as intentional elder abuse. Wed, 04 Nov 2009 14:34:23 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Growing-Problem-of-Elder-Abuse&id=3187682 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Growing-Problem-of-Elder-Abuse&id=3187682 In Part 2, the discussion turned to you investigating your parent's financial situation and whether there was assistance in your state to help them. In Part 3, we delve into your options as to your becoming a legal decision maker for your parent's financial affairs. Wed, 04 Nov 2009 13:34:07 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Being-the-Good-Child-When-Your-Parents-Become-Old-and-Vulnerable,-Part-3&id=3187248 http://ezinearticles.com/?Being-the-Good-Child-When-Your-Parents-Become-Old-and-Vulnerable,-Part-3&id=3187248 In Part 1, the discussion was about how important it is that you as the child pay attention and begin to notice a decline in your parents. This part deals with actions you should take when this happens. Wed, 04 Nov 2009 13:32:42 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Being-the-Good-Child-When-Your-Parents-Become-Old-and-Vulnerable,-Part-2&id=3187235 http://ezinearticles.com/?Being-the-Good-Child-When-Your-Parents-Become-Old-and-Vulnerable,-Part-2&id=3187235 Because of advances in medicine and more attention to healthier lifestyles, the population of our country is living longer than in the past. This also means that more of us have assumed the role of taking care of elderly parents. Wed, 04 Nov 2009 12:53:48 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Caring-For-Your-Aging-Parent&id=3184404 http://ezinearticles.com/?Caring-For-Your-Aging-Parent&id=3184404 In today's world where children leave their land in search of greener pastures what other option do parents have than to seek shelter in old age homes, when they become dependent? And yet another disturbing factor is that servants are a rare commodity nowadays. How can old people cope with their day to day existence with no children or servants around. Yes. Here I feel that old age homes are a necessity. Wed, 04 Nov 2009 11:11:00 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Old-Age-Changing-Attitude&id=3182761 http://ezinearticles.com/?Old-Age-Changing-Attitude&id=3182761 Why spend thousand more than you have to? A used hospital bed is a great way to save money and get the exact bed you want. Wed, 04 Nov 2009 09:55:45 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Used-Hospital-Beds-Can-Save-You-Money&id=3177708 http://ezinearticles.com/?Used-Hospital-Beds-Can-Save-You-Money&id=3177708 The Consumer Product Safety Council estimates that 40% of all falls in the Senior Population are PREVENTABLE! This year 30% of people over the age of 65 will fall....60% of falls occur at home. Here are 10 simple steps to help avoid falls. Tue, 03 Nov 2009 16:13:19 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Senior-Fall-Prevention-How-to-Avoid-Falls-10-Simple-Steps&id=3129975 http://ezinearticles.com/?Senior-Fall-Prevention-How-to-Avoid-Falls-10-Simple-Steps&id=3129975 For most of us, we will have to decide if we are going to move a loved one into a senior living facility. We can't avoid this emotional time in our lives but we can avoid the 3 biggest mistakes families make. Tue, 03 Nov 2009 07:48:45 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-to-Avoid-the-3-Biggest-Mistakes-When-Choosing-a-Senior-Living-Facility&id=3165674 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-to-Avoid-the-3-Biggest-Mistakes-When-Choosing-a-Senior-Living-Facility&id=3165674 Many times elder care begins in response to a crisis. A fall, an accident, the death of your parent's spouse now causes you to provide care for your parent or maybe a relative. Chances are high that neither you nor your parent(s) have thought through how the care is going to be financed. Mon, 02 Nov 2009 16:15:39 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Elder-Care-How-to-Find-the-Money-You-Need-to-Provide-Elder-Care&id=3171662 http://ezinearticles.com/?Elder-Care-How-to-Find-the-Money-You-Need-to-Provide-Elder-Care&id=3171662 Like any big move, moving a family member into a nursing home can be a difficult and overwhelming task. There are many things to do and we're afraid we'll miss something while we struggle to balance the move with our own daily tasks and family obligations. This simple list will help you cover all the necessities. Mon, 02 Nov 2009 16:05:09 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Moving-Family-to-a-Nursing-Home-What-to-Bring&id=3157669 http://ezinearticles.com/?Moving-Family-to-a-Nursing-Home-What-to-Bring&id=3157669 Learn tips on how to help seniors move to assisted living or skilled nursing homes. I offer these tips from my 9 plus years of experience as a long-term care administrator. Mon, 02 Nov 2009 14:10:03 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Elder-Care-How-to-Overcome-Objections-to-Moving-to-a-Senior-Care-Community&id=3166144 http://ezinearticles.com/?Elder-Care-How-to-Overcome-Objections-to-Moving-to-a-Senior-Care-Community&id=3166144 If only for a moment, in all eternity the most precious gift you gave me is our memory. When winter night have fallen and I feel sad and blue, I close my eyes and smile, I remember you. I wrote that for my father afer he passed away. The best thing I ever did was to have my father moved in with our family to live out the rest of his life. Nothing can ever replace the time I spent with him and the time he spent with us. They were happy times and sad times. But all in all I will remember our times forever. He died of Alzheimer's Disease. Mon, 02 Nov 2009 13:40:02 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Sharing-the-Love-Caring-For-Our-Elderly-Parents-in-Our-Home&id=3159375 http://ezinearticles.com/?Sharing-the-Love-Caring-For-Our-Elderly-Parents-in-Our-Home&id=3159375 While anybody can be at risk of having a stroke, the elderly are more vulnerable. Elderly people who suffer from high blood pressure are at high risk. In cases where high blood pressure is accompanied by diabetes, smoking or the drinking of alcohol the risk is even higher. Men are also more at risk than woman. Mon, 02 Nov 2009 10:58:46 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Understanding-Strokes-in-Elderly-People-Symptoms,-After-Effects-and-Assistance&id=3168276 http://ezinearticles.com/?Understanding-Strokes-in-Elderly-People-Symptoms,-After-Effects-and-Assistance&id=3168276 A walk in tub serves to be a perfect answer imparting freedom to bath without any help or dependency. Only those who have ever experienced such a situation either on themselves or with their near ones can very well understand its function and importance. Mon, 02 Nov 2009 09:02:03 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Walk-in-Tub-Freedom-to-the-Disabled&id=3071696 http://ezinearticles.com/?Walk-in-Tub-Freedom-to-the-Disabled&id=3071696 So you've decided that your elderly mother is no longer safe living alone but you don't want to place her in a nursing home. It seems the best solution is to move her in with you and your family. But how do you get your family on board with the idea and make room for Grandma? Mon, 02 Nov 2009 08:53:55 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Family-Senior-Care-Make-Room-For-Grandma&id=3162797 http://ezinearticles.com/?Family-Senior-Care-Make-Room-For-Grandma&id=3162797 Part 1 of a 5 part series discussing the delicate issue of asking an elderly parent to retire from their driving career. Remember that day way-back-when that you finally mustered up the strength to sit your adolescent son or daughter down on the living room's couch, and begin the dreadful process of explaining the birds and bees? Don't you still wonder what you even said, and what it must have sounded like? Now...do you want the good news or the bad news first? Mon, 02 Nov 2009 08:45:18 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Talking-Sex-and-Driving&id=3150328 http://ezinearticles.com/?Talking-Sex-and-Driving&id=3150328 Nursing homes contain a great deal of furniture as they normally serve a substantial number of residents. Where any home or business needs high quality furniture of various kinds, it is perhaps of the utmost importance that nursing home furniture is comfortable, given the amount of time people will spend sitting or lying on them. In this article we'll look at the main types of furniture that should be considered. Fri, 30 Oct 2009 13:37:24 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Planning-the-Purchase-of-Nursing-Home-Furniture&id=3174287 http://ezinearticles.com/?Planning-the-Purchase-of-Nursing-Home-Furniture&id=3174287 "Aging In Place" is a new catch phrase to an old concept- living at home in comfort for as long as possible. There are many aspects that one should consider when intending to "age in place". The key goal is to be proactive with your preparation so that you're not making decisions in a "reactive" mind set during an already difficult time- should a crisis arise. Fri, 30 Oct 2009 10:35:05 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Aging-in-Place&id=3150745 http://ezinearticles.com/?Aging-in-Place&id=3150745 It is very difficult to keep in touch with every person in a highly populated country like the United States. Keeping track of every individual is even more difficult and requires the effort of all people in the community to help. Communication technology is crucial here, and the AMBER Alert system was one of the results in using public communication to help find the whereabouts of children. The success of the AMBER alert led to other alert systems like the Silver Alert Fri, 30 Oct 2009 09:21:43 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Understanding-a-Silver-Alert&id=3151605 http://ezinearticles.com/?Understanding-a-Silver-Alert&id=3151605 Assisted living statistics helps understand how things are changing with regards to senior citizen assisted care. The change is something to look into as it does not merely give figures on this niche area but also gives us a peek into the changed environment that senior citizens today live in. Fri, 30 Oct 2009 08:50:14 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Assisted-Living-Statistics-Are-an-Economic-Pointer&id=3179474 http://ezinearticles.com/?Assisted-Living-Statistics-Are-an-Economic-Pointer&id=3179474 The economy is not what it once was and many people are now faced with what they have to do to care for their parents. Bank accounts can no longer absorb the fee of an expensive retirement home and people are being forced to move their parents in with them. Instead of losing your privacy, think about using Granny Flats to give your parents their own place, but have them in your home at the same time. Fri, 30 Oct 2009 08:29:23 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Now-You-Really-Can-Put-Mother-Out-in-the-Backyard,-But-Comfortably-in-a-Granny-Flat&id=3150410 http://ezinearticles.com/?Now-You-Really-Can-Put-Mother-Out-in-the-Backyard,-But-Comfortably-in-a-Granny-Flat&id=3150410 Most people are astonished to hear that many homecare workers do not have any formal education in caring for an elderly adult. Certified nurse aids and nurses must hold a license or a certification in all 50 states. Homemakers, sitters and companions, on the other hand, do not have to be certified or licensed. Thu, 29 Oct 2009 22:07:09 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Has-Your-Home-Caregiver-Been-Trained?&id=3177197 http://ezinearticles.com/?Has-Your-Home-Caregiver-Been-Trained?&id=3177197 Having an elderly member of the family in the home can be quite a challenge. This especially true if the elderly is no longer physically active and needs utmost attention. Old and sickly parents living alone in their home are also a major concern for many children. This situation often gives them anxiety knowing for a fact that nobody's there to keep their parents company. Thu, 29 Oct 2009 17:57:44 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Guidelines-in-Selecting-a-Nursing-Home&id=3169598 http://ezinearticles.com/?Guidelines-in-Selecting-a-Nursing-Home&id=3169598 Looking for someone to care for your elderly parent can be a long, grueling, and overwhelming task. Care provider service's are a great place to start your search. Thu, 29 Oct 2009 16:54:09 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Finding-a-Senior-Care-Service&id=3168473 http://ezinearticles.com/?Finding-a-Senior-Care-Service&id=3168473 America's population is aging rapidly and living longer than at any other point in our history. With the blessing of longer life expectancy comes the reality of the younger generations having to care for those who can't live independently anymore. If you are a caregiver for an elderly loved one, you must get the support you need to not only give adequate care, but to help keep you healthy and sane as well. Here are some ideas. Thu, 29 Oct 2009 11:47:57 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Get-the-Support-You-Need-For-Long-Term-Elderly-Care&id=3166078 http://ezinearticles.com/?Get-the-Support-You-Need-For-Long-Term-Elderly-Care&id=3166078 This leaves us with lesser time on our hands for our elders. The second reason is equally important. Assisted living senior care is not just about any care; it is a professional way of administering this service and is regulated by governing bodies in most societies. Thu, 29 Oct 2009 11:01:24 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Assisted-Living-Senior-Care-is-a-Social-Necessity-Today&id=3175228 http://ezinearticles.com/?Assisted-Living-Senior-Care-is-a-Social-Necessity-Today&id=3175228 When selecting the right assisted living residence for your loved ones, there are some factors that are more important than others, while cost and proximity definitely play an important role, one should not overlook the layout of the residence, the activities offered and the food and menu. After all, this will be their home for the next few years and you want to make sure that they are as happy and comfortable as possible. Thu, 29 Oct 2009 11:00:52 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Assisted-Living-Residences-What-They-Should-Really-Look-Like!&id=3175096 http://ezinearticles.com/?Assisted-Living-Residences-What-They-Should-Really-Look-Like!&id=3175096 When making the decision to relocate your parents to an assisted living home, there are various factors to consider, how far away is it from where you live, what are the costs, what are the services offered, what is the environment like, do you and your parents like it or feel comfortable there and many more. It is wise to keep in mind that this is not a short-term option; you cannot keep relocating your parents if they do not like the place, or if the services are poor. Thu, 29 Oct 2009 10:59:48 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Assisted-Living-Ratings-Helping-You-Make-the-Right-Choice-in-a-Hard-Decision&id=3174877 http://ezinearticles.com/?Assisted-Living-Ratings-Helping-You-Make-the-Right-Choice-in-a-Hard-Decision&id=3174877 Music has the ability to transcend language and other communication barriers. It teaches and it can provide therapy after a stroke. Music therapy is also very beneficial to an Alzheimer's patient. Thu, 29 Oct 2009 08:30:44 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?An-Alzheimers-Disease-Or-Stroke-Patient-Can-Benefit-From-Music-Therapy&id=3138803 http://ezinearticles.com/?An-Alzheimers-Disease-Or-Stroke-Patient-Can-Benefit-From-Music-Therapy&id=3138803 If you are a caregiver of seniors in a nursing home, assisted living facility or even a caregiver for a senior at home, you know that music is special in their lives. Seniors enjoy a good tune and can appreciate an uplifting beat to help get them out of the doldrums and put a smile on their face for no other reason then they feel happy. That's why a group sing along of songs for seniors is such a fun time. Thu, 29 Oct 2009 08:22:21 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Enjoy-Group-Sing-Along-Songs-For-Seniors&id=3138740 http://ezinearticles.com/?Enjoy-Group-Sing-Along-Songs-For-Seniors&id=3138740 Finding a well fitting and effective product to manage incontinence can be a difficult process.  Understanding the types of products available and their intended purposes will help you make better purchasing choices.  This article offers a step-by-step guide to product selection. Thu, 29 Oct 2009 07:37:01 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Choosing-Products-For-Incontinence&id=3138627 http://ezinearticles.com/?Choosing-Products-For-Incontinence&id=3138627 Going through the home step-by-step. Here's a series of steps you can take as you go through a senior's home to make sure that their home is a safe as possible. Wed, 28 Oct 2009 22:27:46 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Identifying-Senior-Safety-Issues&id=3138576 http://ezinearticles.com/?Identifying-Senior-Safety-Issues&id=3138576 With innovations over the years, we are living longer and longer. As older adults reach retirement, they begin to assess how they want to spend their golden years and begin to simplify their lives. It is no wonder that independent retirement living continues to grow in popularity among the aging population. Wed, 28 Oct 2009 16:53:41 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Older-Adults-Find-Social-Networks-and-Support-at-Independent-Retirement-Living-Facilities&id=3164073 http://ezinearticles.com/?Older-Adults-Find-Social-Networks-and-Support-at-Independent-Retirement-Living-Facilities&id=3164073 Believe it or not... Dehydration is one of the most frequent causes for hospitalization in our older population. Not only do warm temperatures contribute... but, dry indoor living conditions also increase body heat that forces them to excrete fluids in order to stay cool, thus creating a need for more hydration. Wed, 28 Oct 2009 15:33:10 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Hydrating-the-Dehydrated-Elderly&id=3136851 http://ezinearticles.com/?Hydrating-the-Dehydrated-Elderly&id=3136851 Is it time for you to get a home elevator? Do you know how to choose one? Do you need help in deciding what type to buy? Did you know there are different types? You need to choose the right one for the type of house you have. Discover in this article how to choose an home elevator. Wed, 28 Oct 2009 12:54:24 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?What-You-Need-to-Know-About-Home-Elevators?&id=3159721 http://ezinearticles.com/?What-You-Need-to-Know-About-Home-Elevators?&id=3159721 Getting involved in our elderly parents lives early on can prevent many issues as they age. Being proactive in the care of our senior parents can help them to continue to live more independent active lives. Staying in tune can minimize becoming a senior care provider later on and living a quality life yourself. Wed, 28 Oct 2009 11:23:29 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Proactive-Care-Staying-in-Tune-With-Our-Elderly-Parents&id=3131097 http://ezinearticles.com/?Proactive-Care-Staying-in-Tune-With-Our-Elderly-Parents&id=3131097 The Consumer Product Safety Council estimates that 40% of all falls in the Senior Population are PREVENTABLE! This year 30% of people over the age of 65 will fall....60% of falls occur at home. Here are 10 simple steps to help avoid falls. Wed, 28 Oct 2009 08:27:52 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Senior-Fall-Prevention-10-Simple-Steps-to-Avoid-Falls&id=3129975 http://ezinearticles.com/?Senior-Fall-Prevention-10-Simple-Steps-to-Avoid-Falls&id=3129975 Stress can affect our relationships, our family, our work. Stress can affect the way we think and everything around us. Stress affects us emotionally and mentally and physically. Taking on the added responsibility of caring for mom or dad can have a great impact on your daily life. Caring for yourself should be the number one " things to do" on your list. Tue, 27 Oct 2009 19:06:06 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Senior-Home-Care-Simple-Ways-to-Handle-Stress-When-Providing-Care-For-Elderly-Parents&id=3031726 http://ezinearticles.com/?Senior-Home-Care-Simple-Ways-to-Handle-Stress-When-Providing-Care-For-Elderly-Parents&id=3031726 Effective senior care requires that caregivers gain knowledge of and sensitivity to patients' diverse cultural backgrounds. These influence patients' beliefs, behaviors, receptivity to and expectations about care. Tue, 27 Oct 2009 15:51:24 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Working-With-Diverse-Older-Patients&id=3124988 http://ezinearticles.com/?Working-With-Diverse-Older-Patients&id=3124988 What are the ways you can classify home care giver burnout or how do you overcome it? You may find yourself the home care giver of a friend or family member and now have mixed emotions about doing it. You may be going from being a person who is concerned and motivated to one who is pessimistic and resentful. Read about caregiver burnout and what to do about it in this article. Tue, 27 Oct 2009 15:50:37 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Overcoming-and-Identifying-Home-Care-Giver-Burnout&id=3159106 http://ezinearticles.com/?Overcoming-and-Identifying-Home-Care-Giver-Burnout&id=3159106 Adult day care centers provide care, assistance and companionship. While senior health day care focuses on more specialized health, therapeutic, and social services for seniors with severe medical disorders and disabilities. Tue, 27 Oct 2009 15:49:39 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Adult-Day-Care-Services-and-Facilities-For-the-Elderly&id=3124916 http://ezinearticles.com/?Adult-Day-Care-Services-and-Facilities-For-the-Elderly&id=3124916 As people age, their muscles and bones can weaken, balance can be affected, and certain medications and medical conditions can make falling and fractures more likely. Senior citizens who are also more prone to diseases like osteoporosis are more susceptible to experiencing a fall. Tue, 27 Oct 2009 15:47:12 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Falls-and-Fractures&id=3124897 http://ezinearticles.com/?Falls-and-Fractures&id=3124897 Self-directed senior home care allows consumers to determine their care needs and the means to meet these needs, which may include hiring a caregiver, using a family member to administer care or other options. Advantages and disadvantages of self-directed home care. Tue, 27 Oct 2009 15:46:58 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Self-Directed-Home-Care&id=3125342 http://ezinearticles.com/?Self-Directed-Home-Care&id=3125342 I slept and dreamt that life was joy I woke and saw that life was service I acted and behold! Service was joy -Rabindranath Tagore. A thousand years before the Common Era, there were healing sanctuaries in Greece, Egypt and Rome, sometimes attached to temples, for attending to the dying. The modern hospice movement developed in the 1950s, in England, to assist the terminally ill live the last part of their lives more harmoniously, free from impersonal institutional and technological dominance. Tue, 27 Oct 2009 09:53:38 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Death-Too-is-a-Gift-The-Grace-of-Hospice&id=2994461 http://ezinearticles.com/?Death-Too-is-a-Gift-The-Grace-of-Hospice&id=2994461 Switching doctors may seem like a daunting task, still it may be necessary when we move or the doctor we usually see retires. This article provides some tips for locating another primary physician and is useful for senior citizens and those coordinating their elder care. Mon, 26 Oct 2009 19:20:11 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Finding-a-Doctor&id=3125020 http://ezinearticles.com/?Finding-a-Doctor&id=3125020 As a long term care administrator I have experienced many family members over the years that have been great advocates for their loved ones in my assisted living and skilled nursing communities. I have also seen many who have worked hard at being an advocated but who have been less than effective. It is important for families to be champions for their loved ones care and quality of life. So I would like to offer 4 quick tips to help increase your effectiveness. Mon, 26 Oct 2009 16:57:30 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Assisted-Living-and-Skilled-Nursing-Homes-Communication-Tips&id=3101025 http://ezinearticles.com/?Assisted-Living-and-Skilled-Nursing-Homes-Communication-Tips&id=3101025 Common problems of the feet, like fungal infections, corns, calluses, bunions, warts, spurs, ingrown toenails, and swelling can be symptoms of normal wear and tear or indicators of a more serious illness. How to recognize and treat foot problems is summarized. Mon, 26 Oct 2009 16:48:03 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Foot-Care-in-Senior-Citizens&id=3125044 http://ezinearticles.com/?Foot-Care-in-Senior-Citizens&id=3125044 Stress, urge, overflow and functional incontinence name the various types of incontinence experienced by seniors. Remedial and preventive lifestyle and medical measures discussed. Mon, 26 Oct 2009 16:45:20 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Urinary-Incontinence-in-Senior-Citizens&id=3125036 http://ezinearticles.com/?Urinary-Incontinence-in-Senior-Citizens&id=3125036 Caring for a senior citizen requires talking about sensitive subjects. If you are providing care for a parent or grandparent, you may feel particularly awkward bringing up certain topics. This feeling is understandable. Still, discussing certain issues is necessary for ensuring your senior loved one is kept safe and provided the best care. Mon, 26 Oct 2009 15:55:19 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Talking-About-Sensitive-Subjects-With-Older-Parents&id=3125100 http://ezinearticles.com/?Talking-About-Sensitive-Subjects-With-Older-Parents&id=3125100 Effective communication is vital to a successful senior citizen-caregiver relationship. Methods include establishing rapport, maintaining respect, compensating for hearing difficulties, and more. Mon, 26 Oct 2009 15:52:09 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Talking-With-Older-Patients&id=3125093 http://ezinearticles.com/?Talking-With-Older-Patients&id=3125093 A no monthly fee medical alert system is an auto-dialer that can help out in an emergency. It has a base unit and a panic button you wear on your body at all times. When you have an emergency, you press the button and the unit dials the numbers of family and friends that you're pre-programmed into it. Mon, 26 Oct 2009 13:33:30 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?What-is-a-No-Monthly-Fee-Medical-Alert-System?&id=3120621 http://ezinearticles.com/?What-is-a-No-Monthly-Fee-Medical-Alert-System?&id=3120621 When is the right time for a senior to make the move from the family home to a different and safer living arrangement? This is a very difficult decision for everyone involved and it is totally dependent upon the seniors physical and mental abilities to cope with living alone and dealing with the day to day chores in their home. I believe that when the time comes everyone - the senior and the family members know and realize what needs to be done. Mon, 26 Oct 2009 11:19:18 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?I-Do-Not-Know-If-I-Can-Stay-in-the-House-Another-Winter!&id=3111076 http://ezinearticles.com/?I-Do-Not-Know-If-I-Can-Stay-in-the-House-Another-Winter!&id=3111076 Do you ever wonder if you've turn old and didn't know it? I turned 50 last year and it was no fun at all. Hopefully you will read this and come away with a smile and a positive attitude. Mon, 26 Oct 2009 10:51:20 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?You-Know-Youre-Old-When&id=3112928 http://ezinearticles.com/?You-Know-Youre-Old-When&id=3112928 The Research Triangle region of North Carolina is known to be a hotbed of medical activity in the South. With highly esteemed medical universities, hospitals and institutions, area cities like Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill, Cary and Wake Forest are privy to not only outstanding medical care, but excellent senior living and home care for elderly populations. Mon, 26 Oct 2009 08:51:40 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Importance-of-Quality-Home-Care-For-Seniors&id=3007013 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Importance-of-Quality-Home-Care-For-Seniors&id=3007013 This is an article about hospice and the benefit of having hospice in our world. Hospice is not a place to go and die, it is a concept of care. A wonderful concept of care allowing us to live right up until that moment that death occurs. This author hopes that this article will help readers in their understanding of hospice and the great benefits that may be had. Mon, 26 Oct 2009 00:36:59 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Hospice-Are-You-Kidding-Me?&id=3107522 http://ezinearticles.com/?Hospice-Are-You-Kidding-Me?&id=3107522 Purchasing a hospital bed for yourself or a loved one, can lead to a lot of confusion. And mistakes can cut a costly chunk out of your wallet. But once you know the basics, you'll be able to purchase your next hospital bed or home care bed with confidence! Sun, 25 Oct 2009 23:35:43 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Hospital-Bed-Buying-Guide&id=3104396 http://ezinearticles.com/?Hospital-Bed-Buying-Guide&id=3104396 Personal information may be difficult to remember for elderly individuals in the event of an accident. It is good to have this information readily available for emergency crews. This article provides some great information about what needs to be in these packets. Sat, 24 Oct 2009 15:40:36 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Why-Home-Care-Services-Recommend-Personal-Information-Packs&id=3144297 http://ezinearticles.com/?Why-Home-Care-Services-Recommend-Personal-Information-Packs&id=3144297 Thanks to advances in medicine and healthier lifestyles, the life span of older adults in the United States is increasing. The expansion of the elderly population has resulted in a growing number of adults caring for older adults. Fri, 23 Oct 2009 21:59:52 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Caring-For-an-Aging-Parent&id=3105937 http://ezinearticles.com/?Caring-For-an-Aging-Parent&id=3105937 Many of us have promised our parents that we will never move them into a nursing home. Real life, however, sometimes dictates that there is no other choice. Fri, 23 Oct 2009 21:49:28 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Shopping-For-a-Nursing-Home&id=3105617 http://ezinearticles.com/?Shopping-For-a-Nursing-Home&id=3105617 End stage dementia is the last of the three stages of dementia. The challenges of this stage are dramatically different for the earlier stages. Fri, 23 Oct 2009 16:13:32 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Challenges-to-the-Caregiver-When-Dealing-With-End-Stage-Dementia&id=3092255 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Challenges-to-the-Caregiver-When-Dealing-With-End-Stage-Dementia&id=3092255 If your loved one is in need of constant, assisted care, a nursing home can be the best choice. It is crucial, however, that you decide on a nursing home with a first-rate reputation and great record. You want to be confident that your loved one will be well taken care of. When you know that your loved one is being well cared for in the nursing home, you'll both have peace of mind. Fri, 23 Oct 2009 15:56:26 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Choosing-a-Good-Nursing-Home&id=629586 http://ezinearticles.com/?Choosing-a-Good-Nursing-Home&id=629586 Useful guidelines for caregivers of Alzheimer's patients. Helpful tips for dealing with caregiver stress and ways to stay healthy while being a caregiver. Fri, 23 Oct 2009 14:32:38 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Elderly-Home-Care-and-Caregiver-Stress&id=3043740 http://ezinearticles.com/?Elderly-Home-Care-and-Caregiver-Stress&id=3043740 When deciding on either a nursing home or an assisted living facility, your major concern should be the welfare of your loved one. It may be necessary to factor in the reality of costs, but there are ways of obtaining financial aid and in the long run, you'll rest easier knowing your loved one is being well cared for. Just keep in mind that if you end up with a situation that is fraught with problems, the effort and stress you invest in resolving the situation may not be worth the dollars you thought you might save. Fri, 23 Oct 2009 14:04:16 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Assisted-Living-Facilities-For-All&id=699612 http://ezinearticles.com/?Assisted-Living-Facilities-For-All&id=699612 If your loved one is in need of constant, assisted care, a nursing home can be the best choice. It is crucial, however, that you decide on a nursing home with a first-rate reputation and great record. You want to be confident that your loved one will be well taken care of. When you know that your loved one is being well cared for in the nursing home, you'll both have peace of mind. Fri, 23 Oct 2009 14:04:06 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Choosing-a-Good-Nursing-Home&id=629586 http://ezinearticles.com/?Choosing-a-Good-Nursing-Home&id=629586 Seniors who walk tend to look younger, sleep more soundly and have fewer visits to the doctor. Walking is considered one of the best forms of exercise because it's safe, cheap and easy. Unfortunately, foot problems can prevent seniors from starting or continuing with a walking program. This article describes important tips to help seniors avoid foot problems when walking. Fri, 23 Oct 2009 13:20:46 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Exercise-Walking-For-Seniors-Preventing-Foot-Problems&id=20691 http://ezinearticles.com/?Exercise-Walking-For-Seniors-Preventing-Foot-Problems&id=20691 We live in an aging population, improvements in our standards of living mean that we are living longer than ever before. However, although we are living longer many of our elderly are in need of some extra help and this can become a huge burden on the rest of the family. Looking after elderly relatives whilst trying to hold down a full time job and continue with your normal life can be very difficult. For whatever reason many families are reluctant to put their loved ones into a nursing home and would rather they stay at home but this can often not seem like an option. Fri, 23 Oct 2009 13:18:34 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Home-Care-Services-For-the-Elderly&id=3136355 http://ezinearticles.com/?Home-Care-Services-For-the-Elderly&id=3136355 Whilst we are young fit and healthy it can seem impossible that we will ever get old and may need some form of help but unfortunately old age is something which happens to all of us. For many people as they get older their health begins to deteriorate and they find that they need some extra help. One option is to move into a nursing home or sheltered accommodation but often people are reluctant to leave their home. If this is the case then home care is the only real option. Fri, 23 Oct 2009 13:16:09 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Home-Care-Allows-You-to-Stay-in-Your-Home-in-Your-Old-Age&id=3136285 http://ezinearticles.com/?Home-Care-Allows-You-to-Stay-in-Your-Home-in-Your-Old-Age&id=3136285 Unfortunately getting old is a fact of life that we all have to deal with. Often when we get to a certain age we start to need a little help. Many elderly people do not want to go into a nursing home as they feel they can manage just fine on their own. The reality is often different and family members often recognise that an elderly relative needs help. In this situation a home care agency may offer the solution you require. Fri, 23 Oct 2009 13:15:15 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Finding-A-Home-Care-Agency-For-Your-Loved-One&id=3136189 http://ezinearticles.com/?Finding-A-Home-Care-Agency-For-Your-Loved-One&id=3136189 "My Mother is dying," said the young woman that was sitting next to me on the couch. We were strangers; she had found me through "word of mouth." She continued, "There is so much we would like to say to her before she leaves this world. I want to create something that she will treasure, something that will help her know how much we adore her, something that will make her smile." Thu, 22 Oct 2009 15:12:25 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Sharing-Your-Memories&id=400375 http://ezinearticles.com/?Sharing-Your-Memories&id=400375 Aging in America is not what it used to be. Fifty years ago grown children were simply expected to pitch in and become icons of helpful hands when it came to aging parents. It was more customary to care for the aging rather than the careless attitude of today that is still fascinated with youth. Wed, 21 Oct 2009 19:35:43 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Graceful-Aging-in-America-Today&id=3126402 http://ezinearticles.com/?Graceful-Aging-in-America-Today&id=3126402 Everyone is aging but in today's society, many countries are approaching a point where people over the age of sixty will outnumber the younger generations. This is because better health care is helping people live longer, more productive lives. Getting the right kind of aging care is important if you want to keep enjoying a good quality of life. Wed, 21 Oct 2009 16:30:06 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?A-Look-at-the-Stages-of-Care-For-the-Aging&id=3124124 http://ezinearticles.com/?A-Look-at-the-Stages-of-Care-For-the-Aging&id=3124124 Almost everyone will reach the point in their lives where they have aging parents who will need special care as they age. Depending their individual needs, this could mean nothing more than driving them to the grocery store once a week or hiring someone to help them clean their homes. Wed, 21 Oct 2009 15:02:25 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Aging-Parents-The-Real-Change-of-Life&id=3118775 http://ezinearticles.com/?Aging-Parents-The-Real-Change-of-Life&id=3118775 As you age, the idea that you may not be able to look after yourself or live independently becomes clearer. The choice to give up your home may be one of the hardest decisions that you will ever make. Wed, 21 Oct 2009 15:00:42 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-to-Tell-If-Specific-Kinds-of-Aging-Care-Are-Right-For-You&id=3118685 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-to-Tell-If-Specific-Kinds-of-Aging-Care-Are-Right-For-You&id=3118685 We all get old. And usually by the time we are old enough to look forward to freedom with the kids moving out, we find out our aging parents need more help than ever. It might start off as an occasional drive somewhere, or asking a neighbor of theirs to check in on them every day. Wed, 21 Oct 2009 14:58:22 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Aging-Parents-Is-Your-Family-Ready-to-Help&id=3118684 http://ezinearticles.com/?Aging-Parents-Is-Your-Family-Ready-to-Help&id=3118684 Sooner or later we end up with aging parents. And with that comes an entire array of problems we need to deal with. We'll probably need to provide some type of assistance on a regular basis, whether we live nearby or not. Wed, 21 Oct 2009 14:55:01 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Aging-Parents-Plan-Now-to-Head-Off-Problems-Later&id=3118681 http://ezinearticles.com/?Aging-Parents-Plan-Now-to-Head-Off-Problems-Later&id=3118681 Aging in America is a scary proposition. While other cultures revere age and the wisdom that can come with it, this is a country that looks past the aging and puts all of its value in its youth. In order to effectively deal with the aging process in this country, those who are 55 and older need a strong support system. Wed, 21 Oct 2009 14:49:23 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?What-it-Means-to-Grow-Old-in-America&id=3119051 http://ezinearticles.com/?What-it-Means-to-Grow-Old-in-America&id=3119051 There are a number of areas in a home that can be difficult to use for seniors and others who are unable to get around easily. However, of all such areas, the staircase is the most dangerous to the elderly. There are many reasons that the stairs can be so dangerous, which are described in this article. Wed, 21 Oct 2009 13:35:41 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Making-the-Home-Safe-For-Seniors-What-Makes-the-Stairway-Dangerous&id=3116546 http://ezinearticles.com/?Making-the-Home-Safe-For-Seniors-What-Makes-the-Stairway-Dangerous&id=3116546 Copyright 2009 EzineArticles.com - All Rights Reserved.