How To Gently Nudge Your Elderly Loved One To Shower

How To Gently Nudge Your Elderly Loved One To Shower

There are many reasons that older adults may either forget or wish not to bathe. Consider the fact that, due to mobility limitations, many seniors require help at bath time. This isn’t something they’re particularly fond of. The losses of both privacy and independence...
3 Keys To Safely Giving Older Adults The Privacy They Need

3 Keys To Safely Giving Older Adults The Privacy They Need

Privacy can be hard to come by these days. With the coronavirus pandemic continuing to keep most of us at home throughout each day, we can sometimes find ourselves stepping over our family members. This can be quite concerning for everyone in the household –...
Stepping Up Senior Care During The Coronavirus Pandemic

Stepping Up Senior Care During The Coronavirus Pandemic

There’s nothing easy about contending with a crisis. As the current coronavirus pandemic is proving for caregivers, it can be especially difficult to remain self-isolated and practice social distancing when you have an elderly loved one to look after. After all, going...
Finding Ways To Reduce The Risk Of Falling In The Bathroom

Finding Ways To Reduce The Risk Of Falling In The Bathroom

Last week, we highlighted the fact that November is Fall Prevention Month. Now, it should probably go without saying that every month of the year is a good time to work on preventing falls. But since the winter season is practically here already, the chances of...