Tips for Caregivers to Improve their Client’s Quality of Life

Improving Quality of Life 
Written By : Dr. Marion Somers
One important thing to do when starting out as a caregiver is to assess your elder’s quality of life, and look for ways to improve it. However, you have to know someone’s background in order to help improve his or her quality of life. So as soon as I begin with a new client, I gather a sample skill inventory. This is a basic checklist that reveals who someone is, what his or her hobbies are (or were), and what other areas he or she may be interested in exploring or learning about. The answers you get will begin to point you in a clear direction so you can help improve your elder’s quality of life. Continue article here

Eldercare: Keeping Seniors Active and Engaged

Thought we would pass this information along to our dedicated companions and other caregivers helping seniors to become active and engaged and stay in the comfort and familiarity of their own homes.

At Any Stage of the Game, Exercise Pays Off!

How Seniors Can Benefit from an Active Lifestyle

Being a senior doesn’t equal a sedentary life. So, you want to improve the activity level in your mother or father’s life? Perhaps you’ve recently retired from your 25 years as the vice president of your company and at last have the time to devote to a running or rock climbing group. How do you transition more exercise into your everyday routine? With the motivation to stay healthy, especially as you go through your golden years! That way, you can truly reap the benefits of being fit, agile and healthy that lives far beyond your expectations!… Continue article here

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Financial Misconduct of the Elderly

As an agency that places companions and caregivers with seniors, we found this to be an interesting article as this is a subject that can unfortunately rear its ugly head without proper vetting and thorough background checks on a caregiver as well.



Financial Abuse of the Elderly

Written By : Bill Hayes

When a loved one gets older, it is common for use to worry about them. Are their needs being met? Should they be put in a home? Can we trust those who are looking after them?

Sadly, these causes for concern are justified. Cases of abuse are far too common for us to pretend they don’t exist. One of the most common forms of elder mistreatment is financial abuse. This article will examine what financial abuse is, how it happens / who does it, and what you can do legally to correct the problem….continue article here

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Helping Seniors Stay Engaged with Pet Therapy


Pet Therapy for the Elderly
Written By : Ryan Brancato

Linda’s mother had been receiving in-home care in NJ for several years. While the care was excellent, her mother just did not seem like her old self. Then one day, Linda, a 45-year-old mother, brought a puppy home for her own mother. It was then that she and her family learned firsthand the affect a pet can have on the health and outlook of a senior. Linda’s mother became more active: grooming, feeding, and playing with the new puppy rather than spending most of her time sleeping or watching television….Continue article here

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Managing Your Time in Retirement

Effectively Manage Your Time in Retirement
Written By : Cynthia Barnett

If you’re a recent retiree or a veteran retiree, you likely realize that although you have a lot more time to do the things you want to do, you still have a difficult time getting everything done. Its not that you’re a flake or simply aren’t motivated, it’s just that your time management skills need to be tightened up a bit. You need to learn how to better prioritize your goals in order to get the most done in the least amount of time. Well, don’t worry, you can effectively manage your time and get more done than you ever intended to do by following these ten tips:
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Senior Citizens and Computers

Computers Can Be Magic Carpets
Written By : Raymond Angus

Seniors, computers bring to them the wonders of the entire world. Are you a senior or a boomer? Do you want to visit Australia and pet a koala?

Have you always wanted to study the nesting habits of sea turtles in Florida and watch them deposit their eggs. Maybe you want to tour the ancient coliseum in Rome. Would you like to know if Begonias will grow in your back yard?

Your trusty computer can provide the vehicle to satisfy your desires and you don’t even have to leave the house. Punch a few buttons on its keyboard, buckle your seat belt, and get ready for the beginning of an adventure….http://www.seniorslist.com/inner.php?aid=2732

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Tips for Helping Seniors Learn the Computer

Teaching Seniors Computers – 10 Tips
Written By : Michael Gorzka

I’ve been teaching library computer classes since 1997. Here are my top 10 tips for teaching seniors how to use a computer.

1) State the goals of the class before you begin instructing. People will come into a class with different skill levels. Advanced students will often work ahead or surf the web if the class material is too basic for them. This can distract you and other people in the class.
After everyone in the class has been seated, I introduce myself and then say something like: “Just to make sure we’re all on the same page here, this the Introduction to Email Class”. In this class we cover thevery basics of sending and receiving email messages. Is that why we’re all here?”
2) Use real life parallels whenever possible….http://www.seniorslist.com/inner.php?aid=2733

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Helping Seniors Find Purpose & Meaning in Retirement

Find Purpose & Meaning in Retirement
Written By : Cynthia Barnett

As you may know, people react differently to retirement. For some folks, it is the best time of their lives, a time for adventure, fun and excitement. A time when they can kick up their heels, relax, and enjoy the free time on their hands. For others, retirement is a period of boredom and insecurity. This is because they aren’t used to the flexible schedule and miss meeting and socializing with others in work related activities. They also miss the predictability of their days and nights. That said, everyone can find joy and happiness in retirement and beat the retirement blues. In fact, you can have a retirement filled with meaning by simply following these 5 tips:

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Interactive Video Games Promote Healthy Aging

Wii Games Promote Healthy Aging
Written By : Diane Carbo

Nintendo Wii games are like using a brain fitness program to promote healthy aging. You flex your mental muscles as well as improve physical fitness at the same time.

Studies show that in 2008, 26 percent of aging individuals over the age of 50 played video games. This is an increase of 9 percent from 1999, according to release of data from the Entertainment Software Association…http://www.senioradvice.com/inner.php?aid=172

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Seniors & Pets – Increasing the Quality of Life

I wanted to share this because my 82 year old father recently adopted a Terrier and it has had a very positive impact on his life.

Pets for Seniors – Enhance Quality of Life
Written By : G. Dube

Recent studies indicate that seniors who own pets, live longer, experience better health and enjoy life much more than the senior who has no pet companionship. Results have shown that pet owners often experience a decrease in temperature, stress level, and even blood pressure! In addition to this luxury of companionship, pets can provide joy, entertainment, love and security and even calm the pet owner. Pets love you for being you — not for the psychological games you play — not “only” for the treats you shell out frequently — they are forgiving, loyal and love you unconditionally.

Learn the 6 ways pet ownership can enhance a senior’s quality of life:
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