November is National Family Caregivers Month, which is a month dedicated to recognizing and honoring family caregivers across the nation. Every year a different theme is selected for National Family Caregivers Month by the Caregiver Action Network. The theme for 2019 is #BeCareCurious, urging the friends and family members of caregivers to be curious about…
As the holidays near, there’s no better time than the present to think about gifts. If you’re an early planner, you may even be doing some holiday shopping during the fall. Gift ideas for wheelchair users or gifts for homebound seniors may not come to you right away; in fact, you might be confused about…
No matter how much you care about your loved one, it’s not always possible to be there all of the time. However, there are some strategies for long-distance caregiving that can make things easier for everyone involved, including both the patient and caregiver. Read on to learn more about how to help elderly parents from…
Like any other United States citizens 18 and over, older voters and voters with disabilities have the right to vote. However, this was not always the case. Up until the Voting Rights Act of 1965, those volunteering or working at polling places could turn those with disabilities away if they deemed they were not able…
Teaching seniors to use technology can sometimes be a complicated process because it is not something today’s seniors grew up with. They may not know the difference between a smartphone and a tablet, or a desktop and a laptop, and may have heard awful things about social media or computer “hackers.” In addition to not…
It’s a common misconception that immunizations and shots are just for children. In fact, the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) recommends everyone get a flu shot each year, except those who fall under certain categories or have medical conditions. However, adults 65 and over generally are recommended to receive at least four vaccines as they…
Obtaining a power of attorney for an elderly parent can be tough. Learn how to file correctly, how much it costs to do so, and what to expect. When it comes to being a caregiver, there are many factors that matter. While it is certainly important to take care of an elderly parent’s health, you…
Finding the right activities for the elderly as autumn approaches is important, as it’s one of the best times of the year to be outdoors. The summer heat has passed, and the cool chill of winter hasn’t yet set in. Everything from leaf peeping to making treats to simply going for walks, there are plenty…
Going out to eat can sometimes be a hassle, or troublesome, no matter what. Long lines, trying to take the entire family, and busy schedules can sometimes make it difficult to enjoy the perfect meal out. Because the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) was first enacted in 1992, you would think that most handicap requirements…
It isn’t often that a child caring for aging parents doesn’t want to be responsible for the people who gave them life, but in some cases (such as financial hardship), daughters and sons of aging or ill parents may wonder about filial responsibility and if they’re supposed to be taking care of aging parents legally.…