Caring For Aging Parents Blog

Home Safety for Elderly

Thu, 09 Feb 2012 22:06:44 GMT

A guide to home safety for elderly and seniors to ensure maximum independence and safety.

Phones For Elderly: How to Choose

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 23:27:59 GMT

Make life easier for your aging parents by choosing the right phones for elderly.

Elderly Dementia

Tue, 24 Jan 2012 01:58:59 GMT

Learn about elderly dementia so you take better care of your aging parents who have dementia.

Life Insurance for the Elderly - How to Choose

Tue, 24 Jan 2012 00:29:38 GMT

Learn about life insurance for the elderly to ensure your aging parents money outlives them and their desire to leave money for family, friends and charities is fulfilled.

About Caring-for-Aging-Parents.Com

Wed, 18 Jan 2012 05:35:10 GMT

Learn how Caring-for-Aging-Parents.com came to be and that it's created by health care professionals with experience, training and education in working with the elderly and their families.

Caring for Aging Parents

Thu, 12 Jan 2012 06:53:13 GMT

Keep your aging parents safe and make their lives easier by learning about caring for aging parents. Includes articles on a wide variety of topics including: home safety, equipment, insurance and more.

Cell Phones for Elderly: How to Choose

Tue, 10 Jan 2012 18:45:36 GMT

How to choose cell phones for elderly, including: uses, benefits and more.

Bed Rails for Elderly

Wed, 14 Dec 2011 01:30:39 GMT

Information about bed rails for elderly, including: uses, benefits and more.

Q&A - Dehydration in the Elderly

Sat, 15 Oct 2011 04:18:20 GMT

My older sister is 80 and was recently in the hospital for dehydration. She was vomiting everything, including water for almost a week. She was in the

Hallucinations in Elderly

Wed, 12 Oct 2011 03:44:20 GMT

Information about hallucinations in elderly, including causes and how to deal with them.

Elderly Care Products

Wed, 05 Oct 2011 05:02:49 GMT

Information about elderly care products, including: electric lift chairs, chair lifts for stairs and more.

Birthday Gifts for Elderly

Wed, 05 Oct 2011 03:59:15 GMT

Information about birthday gifts for elderly, including: electronic picture frames, bathroom safety equipment and more.

Q&A: Elderly Care in Home - Helping Seniors Get Out Of Chairs

Wed, 20 Apr 2011 03:12:05 GMT

My mom is 87 years old and has quite a bit of dementia. She still lives in her own home, but my brother and wife are living there with her. I've seen

Senior Health Care

Wed, 30 Mar 2011 03:33:58 GMT

Resources about senior health care, including: elderly diseases, elderly dementia, Alzheimer's symptoms and constipation in the elderly.

Reader Question: Dehydration in the Elderly

Thu, 24 Mar 2011 16:05:44 GMT

My grandmother has dementia and we keep a close eye on her, but what would be a good way to keep track of her liquid intake (water) to make sure she does

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Fri, 11 Mar 2011 05:02:36 GMT

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Reader Story: Taking Care of Aging Parents

Thu, 10 Mar 2011 05:58:11 GMT

An excellent story about taking care of aging parents. Today: Dad passed away one year ago due to complications with congestive heart failure and chronic

Reader Question: Medication Reminders

Wed, 02 Mar 2011 02:29:12 GMT

My mother has been living on her own with no apparent problems, she was recently hospitalized and we moved her into a retirement community. She's been

Reader Question: Seniors Caring for Pets

Wed, 02 Mar 2011 02:28:47 GMT

My mother used to be very particular about cleanliness. But in the last few years she lets any pets do their business in her apartment. She actually had

Reader Question: Grants or Funding for Scooters

Wed, 02 Mar 2011 02:28:25 GMT

Are there any grants or health coverage for scooters for seniors in Saskatchewan Canada or Alberta Canada

Reader Question: Transporting Food While Using Canes

Wed, 02 Mar 2011 02:27:54 GMT

What do you think about the use of a four wheeled cart/dolly by my senior parents to transport a plate of food from the microwave to the dining table?

Reader Question: Difficulty Getting On and Off The Toilet

Wed, 02 Mar 2011 02:27:34 GMT

My 83 year old father has difficulty getting on and off the toilet. He currently holds on to a towel rack and the bathroom counter. He uses a cane to

Reader Question: Difficulty Getting Socks On

Wed, 02 Mar 2011 02:27:12 GMT

My mother is 78 years old and lives alone in an apartment. She uses a 4 wheel walker and is fairly independent. I visit 2-3 days per week and help

Reader Question: Pneumonia Elderly

Wed, 02 Mar 2011 02:26:52 GMT

Nine years ago my mother was due to be released the following day from routine knee replacement. She contracted pneumonia overnight and was not released.

Reader Question: Assisted Living/Skilled Nursing Reviews

Wed, 02 Mar 2011 02:26:32 GMT

Does anyone know of a site that provides reviews of facilities (assisted living or skilled nursing) from a consumer/family perspective? My state provides

Reader Question: Difficulty With Stairs

Wed, 02 Mar 2011 02:26:10 GMT

My mother and father have lived in the same house for over 20 years. They want to live there for as long as they can. They are both in their 80's, relatively

Reader Question: Difficulty Getting Out Of Bed

Wed, 02 Mar 2011 02:24:57 GMT

My dad is 76 years old. He moves around pretty good but was telling me he is having trouble getting out of bed. Is there anything that can make it easier

Reader Question: Father With Alzheimer's

Wed, 02 Mar 2011 02:24:35 GMT

My father has Alzheimer's and lives with us full-time. We have a paid caregiver during the day while we work but family is home with him at night.

Reader Question: Wandering Father with Alzheimer's

Wed, 02 Mar 2011 02:24:06 GMT

My father has Alzheimer's and we are taking care of him in our home. Are there any programs that identify people who might wander and not be able to

Reader Question: Food at Senior Community

Wed, 02 Mar 2011 02:23:42 GMT

Would like to know how to word questions about food likes and dislikes. We live in a senior community and residents are always complaining about the

Reader Question: Bath/Shower Safety

Wed, 02 Mar 2011 02:23:19 GMT

My mother is 82 years old and lives alone in an apartment. She is doing fairly well but is starting to worry about falling in the bathtub. She prefers

Reader Question: Financial Help For Being Caregiver For Father In Law

Wed, 02 Mar 2011 02:22:55 GMT

I'm currently looking after my 73yr old father in law. He's not allowed to be left alone so I stay and look after him. I'm not able to work and can't

Taking Care of Elderly Parents Q&A Forum

Wed, 02 Mar 2011 02:21:12 GMT

Ask your questions about taking care of elderly parents here. A professional health care provider monitors and provides answers.

Reader Question: Has anyone used the services of www.callseniorcare.com?

Tue, 04 Jan 2011 22:18:09 GMT

I have looked at their website in order to find a Senior Caregiver and I think it looks pretty good. Has anyone ever used their services and can give

Reader Question: Insurance For Employment

Tue, 04 Jan 2011 22:16:57 GMT

My friend's mom has Alzheimer's disease and she needs 24/7 care. They want to hire me, however they want to know do they have to get insurance bond for

Care for the Elderly

Mon, 08 Nov 2010 13:34:41 GMT

Information about care for the elderly, including: overview, advice and more.

Alzheimer's Symptoms

Fri, 29 Oct 2010 04:43:06 GMT

Information about Alzheimer's symptoms including: memory loss, personality changes, decreased judgement and more.

Care For Elderly

Wed, 20 Oct 2010 04:23:10 GMT

Information about care for elderly, including: overview, advice and more.

Senior Citizen Insurance

Wed, 20 Oct 2010 03:53:25 GMT

Information about senior citizen insurance, including: health insurance, life insurance and more.

Exercise for Seniors

Wed, 20 Oct 2010 03:49:44 GMT

Information about exercise for seniors including: tai chi for seniors, exercises for the elderly and more.

Elderly Safety

Wed, 20 Oct 2010 03:37:14 GMT

Information about elderly safety, including: home safety for elderly, elderly fire safety and more.

Senior Living Communities

Wed, 20 Oct 2010 03:29:02 GMT

Information about senior living communities, including: assisted living, independent living, memory care communities and more.

Shoes for Elderly Women

Tue, 28 Sep 2010 00:12:26 GMT

Information about shoes for elderly women, including: what makes a shoe safe, buying tips and more.

Elderly Caregiver

Mon, 27 Sep 2010 22:49:11 GMT

Information about elderly caregiver, including: types, benefits and more.

Exercises For The Elderly

Mon, 27 Sep 2010 20:49:32 GMT

Information about exercises for the elderly, including: benefits, specific exercises for fall prevention and more.

Ms. Jean

Tue, 31 Aug 2010 20:33:43 GMT

My elderly parents have moved in with my family mostly because my mother needed help to care for my father who has early to mid Alzheimer's. He refuses

Pneumonia Elderly

Tue, 31 Aug 2010 18:44:21 GMT

Information about pneumonia elderly, including: risk factors for pneumonia, symptoms, treatment and more.

Elderly Nutrition - Vitamins and Minerals

Tue, 31 Aug 2010 04:22:59 GMT

Information about elderly nutrition, including: vitamins and minerals, and more.

Elderly Fire Safety

Mon, 30 Aug 2010 16:50:04 GMT

Information about elderly fire safety, including: tips, advice and more.

Elderly Nutrition - Healthy Eating Tips

Sun, 29 Aug 2010 04:08:10 GMT

Information about elderly nutrition and specifically healthy eating tips.