If you choose to age in place, you should take steps to make sure home will support your needs.
Vacation Activities to Relieve Caregiver Stress
It’s not uncommon to experience emotional, physical and mental exhaustion when caring for an aging loved one. In fact, 29 percent of caregivers have difficulty managing emotional and physical stress according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. To...
Indulge in a Caregiver Staycation
Caregiver burnout is the term used to describe the emotional, physical and mental fatigue that often comes with the territory when you care for elderly loved ones. As the stress mounts, symptoms can start to surface in the form of exhaustion, mood swings, loss of...
How To Handle an Aging Parent’s Hearing and Vision Loss
As we age, we become more susceptible to a variety of health problems, with hearing and vision loss being two of the most common conditions. Physicians often recommend regular hearing and vision screenings for older adults for this reason. These two conditions may be...
Great Summer Vacation Destinations for Caregivers
When you serve as the primary caregiver for your aging parent, indulging in “me-time” can become a forbidden idea. But it’s crucial as an elderly caregiver that you take time for yourself in order to recharge and relax. As a caregiver, summer vacation doesn’t have to...
Vacationing as a Caregiver
Caregiving can be a very stressful and time-consuming responsibility, and just like any other job, sometimes it’s nice to have a break from something. In fact, taking a break is essential for your health as a caregiver. But now the question becomes: how do you...
