It may have come completely without warning: an unanticipated fall that caused a fractured hip and the requirement for Mom to have assistance to stay…
Caregiving Tips for New Caregivers
January 20, 2021
Category: Senior Care St. Louis
Older Adults With Dementia: How Creating a Memory Book Can Help
December 17, 2020
“Sometimes you will never know the value of a moment until it becomes a memory.” – Dr. Seuss Memories are what bind together our past…
Tips to Manage Difficult Aging Parents’ Caregiving Issues
July 8, 2020
In an ideal world, we might perfectly compartmentalize our caregiving duties, sticking to a routine that met the requirements of a senior, while allowing enough…
Using Journaling in Alzheimer’s Caregiving for Better Results
April 13, 2020
Alzheimer’s caregiving is a fluid, ever-evolving undertaking. One day may be calm and peaceful, with the individual taking pleasure in activities, eating healthy meals, and…
Dementia Caregivers: Find Relief Through Laughter!
January 10, 2020
Looking after a person you love with dementia is certainly not something to laugh about. Nonetheless, research is increasingly pointing towards the benefits of humor, and…
Dementia Communication – Try These Nonverbal Techniques With Seniors
November 12, 2019
Communicating with an older adult struggling with all the challenges of Alzheimer’s, especially in the middle and later stages, can be frustrating – both for…
5 Things That Can Worsen Signs of Alzheimer’s
October 11, 2019
While there are certain commonalities, Alzheimer’s disease impacts each individual uniquely. Specially trained dementia caregivers from Continuum, the experts in senior home care in St….
The Latest Approach to Chronic Disease Care: Empowering Patients to Take Control
August 12, 2019
Regarding chronic diseases, the elderly are usually the experts, with as many as 3 out of 4 seniors impacted by multiple conditions that are ongoing,…
Senior Hygiene Help for Alzheimer’s: Creative Approaches to Avoid Resistance
July 10, 2019
Out of all the challenges pertaining to providing care for a senior loved one with dementia, the Alzheimer’s Association reveals that the most prevalent difficulty is…
Top Tips for Aging Adults to Get the Most Out of Doctor Appointments
June 13, 2019
On any particular day, a doctor usually has approximately 20 patients to see – in addition to telephone calls, paperwork, and other administrative responsibilities. It…