Tag: elder care

Finding Your Way As A Caregiver

Caring for an older family member far away can be easier with the right resources.

(NAPSI)—Living in Texas far from her ailing father in Michigan, Pamela Curry was looking for the best way to help him. When her 78-year-old father, James, became ill, Pamela placed a call to her company’s employee assistance program. “I had no idea what kind of resources I had through my employer. The first call I… Continue reading Finding Your Way As A Caregiver

Potential Signs That Care Is Needed

Loss of appetite, poor personal hygiene and forgetfulness are some of the signs that an aging loved one may need assistance.

(NAPSI)—Identifying the changes in physical and mental abilities that often occur with age is crucial to providing the best support possible for an aging loved one. Any of the following behaviors may indicate the need to take action—starting with notifying the older adult’s physician: Changed eating habits, loss of appetite Neglected personal hygiene; dirty clothes,… Continue reading Potential Signs That Care Is Needed