As a caregiver, you know that assisting a senior adult at home can be both stressful and rewarding. The best way to ensure that you’re doing everything in your power to help your loved one is to know exactly what their needs are.

Here are some tips for making sure you’re providing the best support possible.

Keep An Open Line Of Communication

They may not be able to tell you about their symptoms or challenges, but they will let you know if something is wrong by acting differently than usual. If your loved one seems withdrawn or sad, talk to them about it. Ask them what’s going on and how they’re feeling so that you can help make adjustments in how often or how much care they need from you.

Offer Help With Transportation

If your loved one is having trouble getting around, then this may be a great place for you to start. Not only will it help them get out of the house more often (which is good for their health), but it’ll also give them more independence. This can make them feel valued and appreciated by others who aren’t always around to pick them up from social events or other places where they might need transportation assistance.

Make Sure They Are Eating Well

In addition to helping the senior adult get around safely, you should also make sure they are eating healthy foods on a regular basis. This can help make their overall health better which means less concerns about future medical issues down the road (like heart disease). It’s important that caregivers take these things into consideration when caring for an elderly person because they won’t always be able to do everything themselves!

Don’t Be Afraid To Ask Questions!

If you don’t know what your loved one’s needs are, how can you meet them? Asking open-ended questions will help them feel more comfortable with their situation, which will make it easier for them to talk about things they might otherwise keep hidden. These questions should cover all aspects of their health and well-being, including eating habits and sleeping patterns as well as any medical issues they may have (such as diabetes or heart problems).

Look For Potential Safety Issues

If necessary, you might want to consider purchasing some grab bars for your bathroom and kitchen areas so that your loved one can have something to hold onto while getting up or down from the toilet or sink. It will also help prevent falls if your loved one loses their balance while bathing or washing dishes. These come in all shapes and sizes now, so be sure to pick out something that fits well in your bathroom or kitchen area! Additionally, you could contact an outside organization to complete an assessment and renovate your home according to your safety issues.

If you are a family caregiver for an aging parent, you likely want to do everything in your power to give them the best care possible. This is especially true if they have conditions that make it difficult for them to continue living independently or function effectively.

Caregivers often have to deal with physical and emotional exhaustion, financial strain and the guilt of leaving loved ones behind as they go to work each day.

Managing these limitations can be hard, but there are some things you can do to make it easier. Here are three tips for managing your limitations as a caregiver:

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Elderly dementia patients have limited energy and physical stamina, which can make everyday activities difficult. Dementia patients often experience depression and loneliness, as well as feelings of helplessness. Because seniors with dementia prefer to spend time with other people, it’s important to find enjoyable activities that keep them busy and engaged in the world around them.

Here are a few tips for easy activities you can do with seniors with dementia. CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE »

Respite care is a service that allows people with a disability or chronic illness to take a break from the responsibility of caring for themselves.

This can be especially helpful if you have someone in your life who needs assistance with their care on a regular basis, but it might not be possible for you to provide this full-time. A respite caregiver can step in and help out when you’re unable to do so. CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE »

The holidays are upon us, and as a caregiver to an older family member, you may be feeling a little stressed. We know it can be tough to juggle all of the expectations and responsibilities of your loved one, while also making sure you’re taking care of yourself.

But we’ve got good news: there are lots of ways to prepare for the holiday season so that you feel prepared and empowered—and not overwhelmed! Here are three tips for surviving the holidays as a caregiver with a senior: CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE »

If you’re a caregiver for an older adult, it’s important to talk with your children about the nature of your relationship with their grandparent, great-grandparent, or other older relative.

You may have been taking care of this person for years, and they are a huge part of your life. Your kids should know that they will always be a part of the person’s life too—just not in the same way that they are when they are younger. CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE »

On this World Alzheimer’s Month, we want to remind you that there’s a whole world of ways to support your loved ones going through the disease. Each year during this month, people unite from all corners of the world to raise awareness and challenge the stigma that persists around Alzheimer’s disease and all types of dementia.

We at Stay Home Forever are proud support and raise awareness for this important cause. We believe that by bringing attention to this disease, we can encourage more people to get screened for it and receive treatment earlier. The sooner you catch it, the better chance you have at slowing its progression or even reversing it entirely. CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE »

Not too long ago, it was common for people with Alzheimer’s and dementia to live out the remainder of their lives in an assisted living facility or nursing home. However, more recently, there has been a rise in at-home care options designed to keep seniors safe and comfortable in familiar surroundings that they know and love. With technology playing such a large role in society today, seniors who are living with dementia are benefiting from technology that can help them retain some sense of independence while also giving caregivers peace of mind. CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE »

Challenges of Being a New Caregiver

Being a caregiver is a tough challenge. You’re responsible for another person’s well-being, which means you have to be on your a-game all the time. This is what Shannon, and daughter, Brianna, realized after both Shannon’s parents had health complications at the same time.

Shannon and Brianna’s full story, below, shows that navigating the world as caregivers has its challenges; however, knowing you’re not alone in the process, and that there are resources available to assist in the complications, are essential in moving forward. Additionally, it’s important to think ahead, have clear communication with the senior in your life, fully understand all options, and research thoroughly on financial options. CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE »

As suggested by research by Rush University Medical Center (RUSH), a healthy lifestyle is more likely to increase life expectancy.

The study found “people ages 65 and older who had a healthy lifestyle lived longer—3.1 years longer for women, 5.7 years longer for men—than their peers who didn’t have the same healthy lifestyle. They also spent more of their remaining years without Alzheimer’s disease.” CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE »

While there is a lot of information available on what questions to ask when looking for a home care service, it’s just as important to know what wrong decisions to avoid throughout the hiring process.

In this article, Stay Home Forever brings to light some of the prevalent errors that could put the lives of a loved one at great risk. They have put together a list of the most common mistakes people make when choosing a care provider and how you can avoid them. CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE »

My dad turned 84 in November 2021. I contemplated if I should have a party for him or not. After all, 84 was not a big milestone. I was already planning his 85th birthday bash and with COVID did I want a lot of people surrounding him?

After giving some thought I decided to have a party. 2020 and the beginning of 2021 was an extremely hard time for him. Apart from the fact that he was dealing with the death of my mother who he was married to for 52 years, being housebound due to the pandemic, he was struggling with a lot of health issues. Not a month passed by without me having to call 911 and rushing him to hospital. There were many times I did not think he will survive. But he pulled through and he has not been in this great state of health for many years. I decided it was time to celebrate. CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE »

Stay Home Forever Inc. wishes you all the joy of the Christmas season, and we look forward to serving you in the New Year, in your home, your sanctuary.

We have always focused on ensuring our clients enjoy peace and comfort at home, and we promise to continue our service to keep it so in the coming years!

If you need any assistance from us during the holiday season, feel free to get in touch with us by clicking here.

A routine means doing the same basic activities around the same time every day. This gives structure and a natural flow to the day. We describe what a daily routine is and share 3 top benefits that seniors get from a regular daily routine. CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE »

Seniors need to exercise, too! Physical activity can help you live longer; help prevent health problems such as heart disease, high blood pressure, and stroke; maintain mental health and independence; and help you enjoy a good quality of life. CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE »

The vast majority of Canadians aged 65 and older live in private homes rather than retirement homes and other facilities for the aged. The older you get, the more challenging this kind of arrangement can be, though, so it’s a good idea to plan ahead. CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE »

Seniors who use a walker are getting some help with balance, but it doesn’t mean they aren’t still vulnerable to falls. We explain why seniors who use a walker still need to improve balance, how to stay safe while exercising and share a step-by-step guide to these 5 exercises. CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE »

Caring for elderly parents and loved ones can be an extremely difficult task but here are some bits of advice that may help you through the process. CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE »

Respite care offers a respite, or a break, to overworked caregivers. During respite care, an external nurse or aide temporarily helps tend to the person who needs care. CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE »

Getting one well-balanced meal on the table every day, let alone three, can be a challenge for anyone. It’s even harder with all the other tasks of caregiving, especially if your loved one has special diet needs or trouble even tasting the food you make. CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE »