The elderly and their caregivers are prime targets for tax scammers, who use a range of tactics to steal personal information and money. Get to know the most common tax scams that target seniors and learn how to be vigilant and avoid becoming a victim of fraud during tax season.
Looking to improve your heart health through your diet? Cooking with herbs is a great way to add flavor and nutrition to your meals and a step in the right direction towards a healthier heart.
Learn how to manage diabetes during the Lenten period, when many people fast or change their dietary habits. From planning your meals to monitoring your blood sugar levels, know how to stay healthy and in control of your diabetes during this religious season.
While supporting health equity can be a challenge, it is also an incredibly rewarding pursuit. If you're looking for ways to support health equity through local organizations, read this article.
Caring for an elderly relative with dementia can be a difficult task. In situations where they are confused or agitated, being gentle and understanding with them is key.
For those who have been caring for their senior loved ones, the need to return to the office for work poses a dilemma. This article tackles how to balance both responsibilities in a manageable way.
For those unsure of the steps to take after a senior loved one has been discharged from the hospital, this article offers some helpful guidelines.
Planning to clean up after the holidays can feel incredibly daunting, especially when you live alone. You have decorations to pack away, presents to find homes, and, in many cases, a mess left over from visitors. Dealing with that after-the-holiday cleanup can feel very frustrating. Whether you live in Fort Shafter or Honolulu, however, you can rely on the same general options for helping with cleanup after the holidays.
December is a busy month for many people. Ending the year strong by finishing up resolutions, tasks, and to-do lists, as well as all of the holiday shopping and celebrations, may leave one out of breath by the new year. However, if you are all caught up and looking for some additional activities this month, we have compiled a list of eight fun activities for seniors in the Honolulu and Fort Shafter area this December.
Christmas is a time to share moments of unity, joy, celebration, and thanksgiving with the whole family. The goal is to keep seniors engaged over the holiday and provide them with an enjoyable experience. Showing love and attention to them will make them feel included and willing to participate in whatever way they can. When planning to take elderly loved ones to a senior care facility, make an effort to make their last holiday at home special, memorable and unique. Here are some activities to make their Christmas special.
Whether it's hiking a mountain for a view of Waikiki or enjoying a trip to Diamond Head, Hawaiians appreciate the natural beauty of Oahu. No one would blame visitors or residents around Honolulu for capturing every moment of sunshine and sea breezes. That's one reason why October is designated as Breast Cancer Awareness Month. It's not that people forget about breast cancer and taking breast cancer screenings. It's just that life gets in the way.
Adult siblings don't always share caregiving responsibilities for their elderly parents equally. Whether distance or disinterest, siblings do not always approach parental care from the same perspective. As the primary caregiver, the different attitudes can be frustrating. During the holidays, it can be infuriating.
The seasons of fall and winter often come with putting up decorations around the home, but some decorations can actually worsen air quality. Learn what you can do to either find replacements or make sure indoor air quality is adequately preserved for your senior loved one.
Seniors living in beautiful Honolulu, Moanalua, and Fort Shafter may not see the brilliant change of seasons that is so popular in New England. Yet, there are plenty of subtle yet enjoyable autumnal changes right here in tropical Hawaii. Along with those changes are autumn habits and activities that will help improve a senior's health span.
As September is Fall Prevention Awareness Month, it's an excellent time to consider ways to help seniors stay safe at home. The CDC reports that slips and falls are the leading cause of accidental deaths among people 65 and older. According to the data, one in every four seniors falls each year. These falls too often result in death or long-term disability.
Autumn is here. Leaves start to turn, and migrating birds fly south as starlings put on a stunning display as the sun sets. The changing season provides opportunities to engage in new activities and fun ways to celebrate the fall.
In the United States, a little over 38 percent of households own a dog. It seems that dogs are the most popular pet with cats following behind in a little more than 25 percent of homes. Pet ownership brings with it a lot of responsibilities and a host of benefits for its owners in Honolulu, HI.
As people age, maintaining regular social interaction becomes more difficult. This is caused by the fact that some older adults experience mobility problems that limit their movements. Therefore, most older individuals are more likely to stay at home, reducing their opportunities to socialize. However, there are several ways older adults can find fulfilling social opportunities that aren't stressful, regardless of whether they are introverts or extroverts. Although it may take a bit more effort for older introverts, maintaining an active social life is essential and well worth it.
Seniors need to pay extra attention and care to their bone and joint health because bone mass gradually decreases with age. Even though we tend to lose our appetites as we age and become less active, we still need to maintain a healthy diet. To make the most of the warm Honolulu weather, it's essential to stock up on easy-to-prepare, flavorful dishes. Here are six dishes that are not only tasty but also keep your bones and joints healthy the entire summer.
Summer is here, the sun is out, and the weather is warm. Coming up with a fun activity appropriate for seniors and their caregivers may take some creativity and planning, but it is well worth the effort. Here are six safe and calm activities for seniors and caregivers to enjoy this summer.
The caregiver/client relationship is a complex one. Therefore, while providing support and companionship services, caregivers should be careful not to become too invested or feel overwhelmed by the job if it becomes emotionally demanding. The best way caregivers in Honolulu can be successful is by establishing boundaries to guide them while performing their duties. Boundaries increase the possibility of making the experience a positive one for all parties involved. Consider the following strategies for establishing boundaries with older adults or their families.
Is your loved one living with dementia? How well is your home organized? People living with dementia face many challenges in their everyday lives navigating around the house. It's common to misplace valuable documents and possessions and forget the location of commonly used items. It can increase anxiety and confusion for the patient.
Life can lead us in many directions and eventually you can find yourself living further away from your parents. As they age, it can become difficult for your loved one to continue to live as they always have, and they may begin to need support with their daily activities. As professional caregivers at Senior Helpers of Moanalua- Honolulu we want to share a few ways you can care for your senior loved ones that will make a huge difference in their lives.
Senior Helpers®, one of the nation’s premier providers of personalized in-home senior care, today announced the official opening of its Moanalua-Honolulu location, to be managed and operated by Jenny Cambra. The new franchise will serve senior citizens and their families throughout the western end of Honolulu area, which includes Ala Moana, Kaka'ako, Honolulu Metro Area, Salt Lake, Moanalua and more, and it hopes to bring upwards of 75 new jobs to the region over the next year. Senior Helpers’ professionally trained caregivers will help local seniors continue to enjoy the comfort of their own home despite age-related illnesses and mobility challenges.