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Aging in Place Technologies to Help Seniors Stay at Home
With the help of technology, aging in place has never been easier. However, finding the tools that will empower older adults instead of frustrating them can be a challenge. Today’s seniors are more tech savvy than many give them credit…
What Does a Companion Caregiver Do?
When given a choice, most seniors want to stay in their homes and age in place instead of moving to a retirement village. Unfortunately, many older adults develop health issues that require the kind of intensive medical care skilled nursing…
Bed Exercises for the Elderly to Boost Flexibility & Mobility
As a caregiver, you want to do everything you can to help the senior in your life stay as fit and healthy as possible. Maintaining flexibility and mobility are two important aspects of health that can be overlooked. These two…
Elderly Nail Care: A Quick Guide to Nail Care for Seniors
Nails play a larger role in senior health than you might think. At first glance, your nails may not seem all that important. In reality, they can cause both discomfort and health problems if they’re not properly cared for. Take…
Seniors & Social Media: The Pros & Cons of Social Media for Older Adults
Social media has taken the world by storm for over two decades now. Nearly every person you meet has some kind of online presence. Experts have long debated the risks and benefits of social media use for kids and adolescents,…
How Can I Provide Bathroom Help for My Elderly Parent(s)?
The reality of family caregiving is that nothing is off limits, and that includes the bathroom. When your aging parents need help with toileting due to physical or mental limitations, knowing how to assist them is key to preventing falls…