Falling is no laughing matter for the elderly. Senior citizens are at high risk for falls, which can cause them to bruise, break bones, or even be unable to pick themselves up. When a senior citizen falls, it can be understandably devastating for the individual and their family alike. Thankfully, there are institutions like the LakePoint Rehabilitation Center that can provide mobility assistance to seniors.
If you have a senior loved one, you might wonder why they are so prone to falls. The answer is not as obvious as you would expect. These are some details on why falls can happen to ...... Read More
Modifications to Stay Mobile in the Home
For the elderly, infirm, or disabled, navigating the home can sometimes be a challenge, at times a frustrating one. However, there are lots of ways that people can help themselves to enjoy their homes for longer, from designing accessible rooms to installing stairlifts in New Orleans.
Bathrooms are often a major concern, since with all the moisture that gets on the floors, slipping is a real danger. For this reason, nonslip surfaces are one of the most important modifications to a bathroom. It is also helpful to have hand grips and safety rails in all vital areas and as few obstructions ...... Read More
6 Tips for Caring for Your Loved One with Alzheimer’s
Alzheimer’s is a serious neurological disease that causes the brain to degenerate. Signs and symptoms generally start to manifest themselves during middle to old age. If your loved one is suffering from Alzheimer’s, you may notice a difference in their behavior, memory, and even temperament. As a family member, it’s difficult to watch someone you love suffer through this devastating illness. Now, it's more important than ever that they feel your love and support. Whether you have chosen to enlist the help of one of the Wichita assisted living facilities or you care for your loved on ...... Read More
3 Things to Help You Care for Your Elderly Relative
Being charged with the care of an elderly relative can be a big responsibility, and often, it feels like a full-time job. Caring for someone who is unable to care for themselves can be hard to do when you have your own children to care for or a job you must go to every day. However, it is a very important job, and one that can't be ignored. Luckily, there are a few things available to help make this job easier for you while still allowing you to care for your loved one.
Stair Lift
For many senior citizens, the simple act of going up and down stairs can be a hazardous one. Every step pres ...... Read More
What To Expect When Looking For Senior Errand Help
As time goes by, we find ourselves away from home and our parents, living our own lives and hopefully doing things in a way that would make Mom and Dad proud. At some point, though, your parents may be in need of senior errand help because as life goes on, so, too does the aging process. They might not be able to do all of the things they used to do. It’s tough for us because we feel as though we should physically be there to make it all better, but that’s not always feasible. Senior errand help, on the other hand, can be.
It’s important to note that senior errand help is exactly ...... Read More
How to Make Your Home Safe for Aging Adults
In a lot of ways, our homes grow and change just like our families do. We make adjustments for new babies, puppies, and even our aging loved ones. And, when the health and safety of your family member - or even yourself - is at play, there's a lot to consider, and it can all feel like too much! We've gathered a few high-priority ways you can make your home safe for aging adults.
1. Secure Pets
As much as we love our furry family, they can pose risks for older adults. Exuberant dogs can jump up, run underfoot, and easily be a tripping hazard. We recommend securing pets to an area of the home ...... Read More
Pros and Cons of Aging in Place
As our loved ones or even as we ourselves get older and start to plan for retirement, one major point of consideration is, "Should I age in place at home? Or should I consider a senior care home?" Senior living centers do have a lot to offer, but can be more than we can comfortably afford. And living at home is convenient and comfortable, but will it provide the level of care our families need? It's a lot to weigh, so Foundational Home Care has collected some pros and cons of aging in place to help you make your decision.
The Pros
Quality Care Can Be Expensive
When we begin to think about h ...... Read More
What is Respite Care and How Can It Help Your Family?
At Foundational Home Care, we know all too well the stress and exhaustion - both physical and emotional - that primary caregivers face. Not only is it difficult to watch a loved one struggle with their health, but taking on the responsibility of care is a huge undertaking. You aren’t equipped with all of the tools, time, resources, or education that professional caregivers can offer, but sometimes, around-the-clock care just isn’t a possibility.
Live-in aids or assisted living facilities can be expensive or perhaps they may offer more services than your family needs right now, but you ...... Read More
When Should the Elderly Give Up their Driver’s License?
Aging seniors dread the day they will lose more of their independence by having to give up their driver's license. Unfortunately, no longer being safe behind the wheel is a difficult reality aging seniors must face. According to the CDC, the risk of being in a traffic accident increases as people age.
Older adults are more than twice as likely to report having a medical problem that makes it difficult to drive, compared with people aged 24-64. In 2018, almost 7,700 older adults (aged 65+) were killed in traffic crashes, and more than 250,000 were treated in emergency departments ...... Read More
Spring Cleaning Safety Tips for Seniors
Nothing says spring quite like spring cleaning. As the weather grows warmer and the days go longer, we sometimes can’t help that deep-seated urge to refresh our space after a long winter spent indoors.
When we get older or as our loved ones age and fall further under our care, spring cleaning becomes even more important. Keeping a healthy, sanitary space that’s free of clutter and that poses less risk for injury or falls is key to keeping our homes a great place to live. Plus, everyone deserves a clean and comfortable space to relax in, especially with the added stress of taking care ...... Read More
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