Category: Caregiver Resources

9 Fall Activities to do With Your Senior

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Fall is a wonderful time to slow down, enjoy the changing season, and spend meaningful time with the senior in your life. From colorful leaves and crisp mornings to apple orchards and cozy afternoons, autumn offers plenty of opportunities to get outside, stay active, and create memories together. Whether your loved one lives at home,... Read more »

Be Prepared: Create an Alzheimer’s Wandering Kit Before You Need It

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Senior Wandering
For families caring for someone living with Alzheimer’s disease or another form of dementia, one of the most frightening situations is realizing their loved one has wandered away. Wandering can happen unexpectedly—and when it does, every minute matters. Cold winter weather makes a missing person emergency even more concerning, which is why caregivers should prepare... Read more »

Questions to Ask at a Senior Rehab Care Meeting

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When a loved one is staying at an inpatient rehab center, you naturally want to stay informed and involved in their recovery. Open family communication isn't just comforting — it's a meaningful part of the healing process. The best rehab centers recognize this and make it simple for families to stay connected every step of... Read more »

Do’s and Don’ts When Caring for Someone with Alzheimer’s Disease

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Providing care and support to a loved one diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease or another form of dementia can come with unique challenges. The disease causes physical damage to the brain, affecting functions like judgment, memory, and speech. For adult children and caregivers, managing these changes can be difficult. To offer guidance, we’ve compiled a list... Read more »

9 Gift Ideas That Are Perfect for Someone in the Hospital

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If your friend or family member is in the hospital, it’s natural to want to bring them something when you visit. But it may be difficult to know what gifts may be appropriate and appreciated. To help you out, here are some hospital gift ideas (that aren’t flowers!) that are perfect for older adults. What to Bring… Read more »

Gift Ideas for Your Senior this Holiday Season

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This may be our most asked question during this time of year! Finding gifts for our senior loved ones in assisted living or long-term care can be a challenge. Holiday Gift Guide for Seniors If you are hoping to find a more meaningful gift, here are a few ideas you might want to consider: Produce... Read more »

How to Prepare for a Move to Memory Care

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Elder couple reviews memory care information
Moving a loved one diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease or another form of dementia to a memory care community is an emotional decision that can be difficult and overwhelming for most families. It often happens when you notice significant changes in their behavior, safety, and daily functioning that raise concerns about their quality of life and... Read more »

What to Do When an Aging Loved One Becomes Aggressive or Mean

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senior looking outside a window

Watching an aging loved one’s personality shift from kind and considerate to difficult and sometimes mean can be upsetting and also confusing. You may be wondering what might trigger this type of change and what you should do to help. This blog from Optalis Healthcare offers guidance on how to manage the new and challenging… Read more »