A Senior’s Sense of Purpose: Feeling Useful Makes All the Difference

September 21, 2022September 22, 2020 by M Lawhon

Senior woman and her adult daughter cutting flowers

Look online for the phrase “activities for seniors” and you’ll likely find a number of memory stimulation puzzles, crafts, games, and of course, the requisite bingo. What you won’t find, unless you really search much longer, are the meaningful, philanthropic activities that provide meaning and purpose to our lives. Yet, if you ask older individuals … Read more

Stay Active with the Best Exercises for Seniors

October 6, 2022June 10, 2020 by M Lawhon

Older adult couple doing stretches outside

The benefits of physical fitness for seniors do not decrease as we become older, and it’s extremely critical for older adults to retain as active a lifestyle as possible. Even individuals who are confined to a bed or who are wheelchair-bound have a variety of possibilities available to strengthen and improve resistance and flexibility.

Tips for Caring for Someone with Alzheimer’s During COVID-19

September 21, 2022May 26, 2020 by M Lawhon

Providing homecare assistance for your family member with dementia is very difficult under the best of conditions; mix in a worldwide pandemic, one that calls for social distancing, masks and gloves, and thorough sterilization of both ourselves and the environment, and the challenge of caring for someone with Alzheimer’s may seem insurmountable.

Top COVID-19 Resources and Family Caregivers for Seniors

September 21, 2022May 13, 2020 by M Lawhon

Understanding the best place to turn with regard to the most current and dependable information about COVID-19, particularly as it relates to the elderly and those who take care of them, is very important – and complicated. Due to so many resources and various viewpoints on this serious subject, we wanted to help make it easy to locate what you need by putting together the subsequent list of trusted resources and caregivers for seniors.

Keeping the Elderly Safe at Home

March 22, 2025May 6, 2020 by M Lawhon

Most elderly want to remain home, to age in place. Now, amid Covid-19, staying home has become imperative. Untold seniors have survived this pandemic as a result of remaining sheltered in their own homes. The safest place. With the world highlighting the focus on safety for our most vulnerable population, it’s an ideal time … Read more

How to Pay for Different Types of Assistive Devices

December 21, 2023April 16, 2020 by M Lawhon

Do you think your aging loved one could benefit from enhanced safeguards in the shower or tub? Does he/she need a walker or rollator to move around? If so, it’s quite possible that you’ll soon be looking to buy the in-home assistive devices that so many families rely on to keep senior loved ones safe. It’s also likely that you’re asking yourself how to cover the expense for these types of assistive devices, and if any of them could possibly be covered through Medicare or insurance.

3 Types of Assisted Living Devices to Investigate for Your Senior Loved Ones

March 22, 2025April 8, 2020 by M Lawhon

During the course of growing older, assisted living devices can make everyday life around the home simpler and less hazardous. There’s a wide selection of adaptive equipment solutions for home care on the market today that can improve senior safety and help older adults remain much more comfortable at home. At CareFor, the leaders in senior care in San Marcos and the surrounding areas, we want to provide you with some insider advice for buying and utilizing some of the most widely used types of home care equipment.

COVID-19 Silver Linings of Dementia

September 21, 2022March 23, 2020 by M Lawhon

COVID-19 Silver Linings of Dementia And the frustration of the “no visitor” policies in effect at facilities We are all grasping for “sweet spots” in the redesign of our lives during the Coronavirus (COVID-19). Hunkering down, isolating, stocking up as never before. What will be the outcome and how long will it last? The … Read more

An Overview of Dietary Guidelines for Seniors and Why This Is Important

September 21, 2022February 27, 2020 by M Lawhon

It’s clearly no secret that a healthy diet is essential for a healthy body. What many people misunderstand, however, is that the nutritional needs for adults adjust as we age. Nutritional professionals at Tufts University have introduced the MyPlate system, which is a more advanced version of the former food pyramid, providing up-to-date dietary guidelines for seniors in particular.

Have Nutrition Concerns for Aging Parents? This Simple Evaluation Is a Good Place to Start

September 21, 2022February 11, 2020 by M Lawhon

A mother’s love for her children has no limitations. And above all else, parents of all ages wish to safeguard their children from concerns, which in some cases may mean masking their own worries. In addition to that, when family members are separated by distance, it can be difficult to really know for certain how healthy older parents are.

Post-Holiday Senior Loneliness – What To Do When The Family Leaves

September 21, 2022December 18, 2019 by M Lawhon

The holidays can be packed with a whirlwind of activities for the seniors we love, with family gatherings, holiday parties, religious services and events, picking out the perfect gifts for those they love. Yet after the holiday ornaments are packed away and family members have gotten back to the daily busyness of life, many older adults are impacted by a frequent but little-discussed condition: post-holiday senior loneliness.

While older adults who live alone are most at risk of feelings of seclusion and sadness when the holiday activities are complete, all older individuals are in danger of a case of the post-holiday blues, as they look to the approaching year while reminiscing over years past. It’s crucial for family members to formulate a plan to help their older loved ones experience a positive transition. Take into consideration the following recommendations:

Diabetic Diet During the Holidays – Enjoy a Healthy Indulgence

October 6, 2022December 10, 2019 by M Lawhon

The holiday season is a perfect time to reconnect with friends and family, but let’s be realistic: it can also be a time for overindulgence in unhealthy meal choices. With a multitude of rich, fatty, and sugary delicacies to choose from at every turn, it’s difficult to adhere to a healthy diabetic diet, which can result in significant health concerns for individuals with diabetes.

Frequently Asked Questions About Aging In Place: Promoting Safe and Independent Senior Living

September 21, 2022November 21, 2019 by M Lawhon

You’re concerned that Dad may need some assistance at home, and so naturally, you know exactly where to turn for assistance, right? No? Relax – you’re not alone. Millions of Americans are faced with the same predicament, and most people don’t know much about home care services until the need for care develops.

In-Home Caregivers: Promoting Safety and Independence for Seniors

September 21, 2022November 13, 2019 by M Lawhon

As we get older, it’s common to begin to encounter challenges with daily activities, such as bathing, dressing, preparing meals, or even driving a vehicle, which can lead to concerns that these challenges mean that we’ll need to give up not only our freedom, but our home as well. But there is good news for older adults: in-home caregivers and care management services, such as those provided by CareFor, can help actually increase independence for seniors and help them continue living at home where they are most comfortable.