Hearing aids can improve your elderly parent’s quality of life According to an article published on SeniorLiving.org, 31 million people in the United States develop hearing loss of some severity or another. Nearly 60 percent of those with hearing loss are over age 65. More than 6 million Americans use hearing aids, but that leaves 24 […]
AARP : 42 percent of working Americans are caregivers According to a video from the AARP, at any given time, 44 million Americans are taking care of an older family member. And many of these people are forced to juggle their caregiving duties with careers and other family obligations. In the video, a study shows […]
Physicians’ Choice Private Duty helps lift the burden of caregiver stress Alzheimer’s or other dementia: Should I move my loved one into long-term care? Maybe you have just learned about the devastating diagnosis or have been living with it for years. Regardless of the situation, caregiver burnout becomes a reality. Your options Care for your […]
Types of care facilities for the elderly When considering the care of your aging parent, it can be hard to know the different definitions of the types of care facilities for them, let alone which one is best. Here’s a quick reference, taken from a list by the Foundation Aiding The Elderly (FATE), as to […]
Real Stories: Keeping couples together Todays post features real-life stories of how Physicians Choice Private Duty helped an elderly person and their loved ones through a tough decision-making process that ensured each persons individual care needs were met. Names have been changed to respect privacy. Ron and Laura Ron and his younger wife Laura have […]
7 things to do when you visit your elderly parent Visiting an elderly parent in a nursing home or even those still at home can be difficult, especially when you live far away. Here’s a list of some things to do on a visit to get the most out of your time together. 1. Give […]
Physical activity also keeps your elderly parent’s brain fit As your parents age, it’s still important for them to exercise. While many associate exercise with benefits to physical health, studies show it can also benefit us cognitively. A post at the New York Times describes several recent studies that outline the role exercise has in maintaining […]
Real Stories: Helping a mother with depression & an elderly father get back on his feet Today’s post features two real-life stories of how Physicians Choice Private Duty helped an elderly person and their family through a tough decision-making process that ensured each person’s individual care needs were met. Names have been changed to respect […]
A contract to stop your elderly parent from driving? The answer to getting your elderly parent to stop driving may come long before they are physically unable to drive. Having your elderly loved one hang up their keys and surrender their Nebraska driver’s license can be a touchy subject. Some are broaching this subject early. A […]
Helping your elderly parent manage arthritis while living at home It can be hard for those who don’t suffer from arthritis to understand the pain that arthritis can cause. Severe arthritis can have near debilitating effects. Gaining a greater understanding of arthritis and the pain associated with it can better prepare you to care for […]