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Change is inevitable. That is the law of nature. The natural process of aging is gradual and those who are near and dear to you seldom notice the changes. The fact remains that you are growing old. With advancing years your lifestyle too should be re-oriented in such a manner that you do not put unnecessary strain on the diminishing reserves of your body.

Moderation in everything that you do is the key-word. You may continue with your activities but do it in moderation. Health plays a ...

One of the main things that I have learned about talking to elder parents is to treat them as you would anyone else. Ask general questions to start conversations. Be open about what you want to know. If you were talking to your best friend, you would not sugar coat anything you wanted to know. Just remember that their answers need to be accepted. They may tell you the truth and just remember that the truth is not always about you or protecting your feelings. These truths may help you t...

Selecting a Home Care Facility entails more than just scanning directories and local advertising media. An accurate assessment of the living conditions of an assisted living facility requires a well contemplated and painstaking approach that goes beyond services and amenities.

Your selection method can be likened to your experience when you first shopped for a home. We...

Stair lifts make life easier for many people who find it a struggle to use the stairs in their home. If you or a loved one has limited mobility, your staircase needn't be daunting. By installing a home stair lift, you can remain independent in your own home and get rid of the daily problems that the stairs present. If you're considering purchasing a stair lift, here are some things to take into account and help make your decision clearer.

When buying a new stair lift, a representativ...

Choosing bath tubs for the handicapped is a very important task. You will need to take a lot of factors in consideration when purchasing the bath tub. Accessibility and safety will often be your main points of concern. The features that you will need in the bath tub will be determined by the nature and severity of the handicap as well. These tubs are designed to allow for easy access, they are higher and deeper then regular bathtubs, but they usually have a seat where the patient can sit. Thi...

It's 5:00 p.m., and all of a sudden your calm, serene mother is now very agitated, angry, and maybe even combative. Nothing you do seems to help, and quite frankly, you're nervous and maybe even frightened. It seems as if there is nothing you can do. Take heart; you're not alone, and there is help.

What your loved one with Alzheimer's is experiencing is called Sundowners. It is very common for those with Alzheimer's disease to become increasingly agitated as daylight fades away into nig...

Holiday time is coming up, and for caregivers of loved ones with Alzheimer's disease, it can be a very challenging time of the year. Here are some suggestions to help you and your loved one to have a safe and happy season together in spite of the obstacles.

In the midst of putting up decorations, rearranging furniture and putting up Christmas trees, the person with Alzheimer's will do better in an environment that is as consistent as possible. Try not to move the furniture more than a...

As a caregiver in an Alzheimer's specialty care facility, it was one of my tasks to assist in the feeding of residents. In some instances, it was an extremely difficult task. What can you do when the resident just won't eat? I had residents who would eat anything sweet, but refused to eat anything else.With Alzheimer's disease, it is not uncommon for some to lose their sense of taste, and when that happens, their taste for sweets is the last to go. It would not be very interesting to be f...