Family members still want their elderly loved one to feel a part of the holiday cheer even if they have dementia. Learn some suggestions to assist family members in modifying holiday activities for seniors with dementia.
Continue ReadingIs the older adult in your care ready to volunteer or help the community this summer? Does your loved one have limited mobility and hand function that hinders volunteering? Choosing the right volunteer programs for an older adult with mobility restrictions can prove difficult for caregivers. There are several factors that one should consider. Are you stuck on which activity to select for your loved one? Below is a simple guide on some volunteering activities that accommodate seniors' mobility restrictions.
Continue ReadingIn-home care in Racine is a highly effective way to ensure that loved ones with various physical challenges are able to receive the support they need to age at home for as long as possible. However, if you have a loved one in Union Grove or Pleasant Prairie suffering from Parkinson's Disease, you may wonder if you need an in-home caregiver who focuses on the specific type of care your loved one needs.
Continue ReadingLife 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 Racine we want to share a few ways you can care for your senior loved ones that will make a huge difference in their lives.
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