February 18, 2013 by Carefect Admin

Tips on How to Motivate a Senior to Exercise

Exercise is important for people in all stages of their life, but it can often be hard to motivate yourself to actually get out there and do the exercises no matter how old you are. If you are having trouble getting your senior loved one to exercise, we at Carefect Home Care Services would like to share some tips with you on how to keep them motivated to exercise. The easiest motivation can sometimes be to explain the health benefits of exercise for seniors. Flexibility As we age, many parts...

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February 14, 2013 by Carefect Admin

Tips on How to Care For a Bedridden Senior

Caring for bedridden seniors can be a challenge for many families; nevertheless there are people everywhere who take on the challenge to avoid having to put their loved one in a nursing home. We at Carefect Home care Services understand that having to put a family member in a nursing home can be very tough, and would like to provide tips on how you can take care of your loved ones at home. Taking care of bedridden seniors can be difficult and can require a lot of around the clock...

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February 7, 2013 by Carefect Admin

Brain Boosting Activities for Seniors (Part 2 of 2)

Our last article detailed the benefits of stimulating the brain as we age and included two activities that are designed to do that. We at Carefect Home Care Services would like to provide a wide variety of brain boosting activities for our readers, in this article we will include some logic and sport based activities. If your loved one is interested in all of these activities, you can encourage them to try all of them and rotate their activity schedule so that they will be able to stimulate more areas...

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February 4, 2013 by Carefect Admin

Brain Boosting Activities for Seniors (Part 1 of 2)

As we age, many seniors begin to lose some of their mental capabilities and cognitive functioning ability. We at Carefect Home Care Services understand that this is a serious concern for many adults, and we would like to provide some tips for activities that can boost brain activity in seniors. Family caregivers who start to notice cognitive decline in their loved ones should help facilitate activities that will boost their brain activity. As people age, their brain begins to lose some of its weight and volume which can cause disruptions...

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January 21, 2013 by Carefect Admin

Tips to ensure senior drinks enough water

The human body is composed of 50 to 65 percent water, so it is very important to make sure that you are taking in enough water on a daily basis. We at Carefect Home care Services understand that it can often be a challenge to make sure that seniors drink enough water, but by following these tips the job will be easier. Many people are not aware of the fact that seniors are more prone to dehydration than other people which can cause some serious health concerns. As we age,...

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January 14, 2013 by Carefect Admin

Foods that may reduce Alzheimer’s Risk

Most people do not consider how their food choices now can help them prevent serious illnesses later in their life. We at Carefect Home Care Services understand the importance of food choices in the prevention and risk reduction of Alzheimer’s disease, and we hope that sharing our knowledge will be of use to those who are potentially at risk. Starting a proper diet now can help reduce your risk of getting Alzheimer’s in the future which is extremely important if you have a family history of Alzheimer’s disease. Omega 3...

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January 10, 2013 by Carefect Admin

Mealtime Tips for Dementia Caregivers

For many people, mealtime is a favorite part of the day, but for many seniors it can become a hassle. We at Carefect Home Care Services understand the difficulties that many seniors and caregivers face when dealing with mealtime and are here to offer suggestions to make the process easier. One of the main concerns when it comes to mealtime for dementia patients is safety. Many dementia patients will face problems with their memory which can cause problems in their daily life when it comes to doing simple tasks that...

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January 7, 2013 by Carefect Admin

Dehydration and Confusion in the Elderly

Watching for signs and symptoms of conditions in an elderly family member can be challenging. Some diseases and illnesses show up rather clearly while others have quite a subtle effect on everyday living. Dehydration, depending on how severe it is, sometimes shows only small telltale signs while it actually has a significant effect on the body, particularly when it comes to seniors. What is Dehydration? Dehydration occurs when a person loses more fluids than they consume. The body needs an adequate amount of fluid to function properly. For example, the...

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December 27, 2012 by Carefect Admin

Caring For Complaining or Bossy Family Member

It may be hard to care for an elderly family member to begin with, but it becomes much more difficult if they complain constantly or are bossy. It can be highly frustrating anytime your loved one ridicule you but especially when you are trying to help them. The senior’s behavior may lead to feelings of frustration, anger and bitterness, which often prolongs the negative cycle. If your family member already had a negative outlook on life, the mental and physical frustrations that go along with aging are likely to intensify...

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December 24, 2012 by Carefect Admin

Helping Grandchildren Understand Alzheimer

When an elderly family member develops Alzheimer’s disease, it can affect everyone in the family, including the grandchildren. If they are young, it may be difficult for them to understand what is wrong with their grandparent and they may be hurt that their grandparent does not remember or recognize them. Whether the elderly family member lives with the family, in their own home, a nursing home or an assisted living facility, the grandchildren are usually affected by the changes they see. They may feel guilty for unpleasant things that happen...

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