When most people think about Parkinson’s disease, tremors or difficulty moving likely come to mind first. However, if you are caring for a family member with Parkinson’s, you’ve probably noticed they’re dealing with so much more than just movement issues. Non-movement Parkinson’s symptoms, like cognitive changes, depression, and sleep problems, can have just as much […]
https://www.responsive-homecare.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/caregiver-helping-senior-man-with-Parkinsons.jpg533800Debbie Savage, RN, BSN, Presidenthttps://www.responsive-homecare.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Responsive-HC_30th-Anniv_logo_lg.pngDebbie Savage, RN, BSN, President2024-10-21 04:59:392024-10-07 16:07:27The Parkinson’s Symptoms You May Not Have Expected
It is a typical morning, and you’re helping Dad prepare for the day. You have selected a few options of outfits for him to choose from, but he balks and refuses to put on any of them. In fact, he’s been wearing the same clothes for a couple of days now, in spite of your […]
With the holidays nearing, you might be thinking about festive meals and family gatherings centered around favorite foods and traditions. But what about the rest of the year? Is everyone in your family—particularly older loved ones—getting proper nutrition on a regular basis? While holiday feasts could be an exception, many seniors quietly struggle with malnutrition […]
https://www.responsive-homecare.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/caregiver-serving-dinner-to-senior-man.jpg533800Debbie Savage, RN, BSN, Presidenthttps://www.responsive-homecare.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Responsive-HC_30th-Anniv_logo_lg.pngDebbie Savage, RN, BSN, President2024-10-07 15:45:182024-10-07 15:45:18How to Help Older Adults Eat Healthy All Year Long
Watching an older loved one manage the daily challenges of COPD is not easy. You see them struggle with breathlessness and fatigue, and you want to do all you can to help. What you might not realize is that COPD often brings along other health conditions, known as comorbidities. Managing COPD comorbidities in tandem with COPD […]
You have finally made a decision to bite the bullet and start working on downsizing and decluttering your elderly parents’ home. As you begin sorting through the attic, you discover a box of old toys, stacks of family photos, a collection of forgotten letters. Each item holds a story, a little bit of history, and […]
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While you watch Mom having difficulty remembering your name or losing track of her daily routine, an unsettling thought might sneak into your mind: “Will I face this at some point too? Am I at risk for inheriting Alzheimer’s?” It’s normal to battle with the fear of facing similar issues as a senior loved one […]
When it comes to Alzheimer’s, it’s the little things that can make a big difference. Simple, thoughtful routines and reminders can transform daily life for the individual, bringing moments of calm and clarity. They help the person maintain their independence while creating a comforting rhythm that both of you can rely on. Here are some […]
Caring for a senior loved one is an act of love and devotion, but it can also feel like a nonstop marathon. The emotional highs of shared smiles and laughter can rapidly be overshadowed by the physical and mental fatigue that comes with constant caregiving. If you’re feeling overwhelmed as a caregiver, you may be […]
https://www.responsive-homecare.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/mature-lady-in-deep-thought-looking-out-window.jpg534800Debbie Savage, RN, BSN, Presidenthttps://www.responsive-homecare.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Responsive-HC_30th-Anniv_logo_lg.pngDebbie Savage, RN, BSN, President2024-08-14 05:42:212024-08-07 04:08:19Feeling Overwhelmed as a Caregiver? It May Be Caregiver Burden.
We’ve all experienced that moment of utter panic when we cannot find our keys or wallet. It’s disorienting and frustrating. Now, picture this happening multiple times every day, coupled with an overwhelming sense of confusion and fear. This scenario is a common part of life for people with dementia. To make things even more unsettling, […]
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Caring for an aging parent often means becoming their confidant and cheerleader. It should never be just about managing medications or medical appointments; you are enriching their life, making each and every day more meaningful. It is amazing what a big change an optimistic aging attitude can have on a person’s wellbeing, and in your […]
https://www.responsive-homecare.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/3-happy-senior-ladies.jpg416800Debbie Savage, RN, BSN, Presidenthttps://www.responsive-homecare.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Responsive-HC_30th-Anniv_logo_lg.pngDebbie Savage, RN, BSN, President2024-07-19 06:27:582024-09-05 14:20:18Optimistic Aging: The Benefits of a Positive Outlook
The Parkinson’s Symptoms You May Not Have Expected
/in Chronic Disease, Parkinson's Disease, Senior Health /by Debbie Savage, RN, BSN, PresidentWhen most people think about Parkinson’s disease, tremors or difficulty moving likely come to mind first. However, if you are caring for a family member with Parkinson’s, you’ve probably noticed they’re dealing with so much more than just movement issues. Non-movement Parkinson’s symptoms, like cognitive changes, depression, and sleep problems, can have just as much […]
Is Dementia Causing a Loved One to Resist Changing Clothes? Try These Tips!
/in Alzheimer's and Dementia Care, Caregiving Tips, Challenging Diseases, Chronic Disease, Dementia /by Debbie Savage, RN, BSN, PresidentIt is a typical morning, and you’re helping Dad prepare for the day. You have selected a few options of outfits for him to choose from, but he balks and refuses to put on any of them. In fact, he’s been wearing the same clothes for a couple of days now, in spite of your […]
How to Help Older Adults Eat Healthy All Year Long
/in Caregiving Tips, Diet and Nutrition, Senior Health, Senior Nutrition /by Debbie Savage, RN, BSN, PresidentWith the holidays nearing, you might be thinking about festive meals and family gatherings centered around favorite foods and traditions. But what about the rest of the year? Is everyone in your family—particularly older loved ones—getting proper nutrition on a regular basis? While holiday feasts could be an exception, many seniors quietly struggle with malnutrition […]
Understanding and Managing COPD Comorbidities
/in Chronic Disease, COPD /by Debbie Savage, RN, BSN, PresidentWatching an older loved one manage the daily challenges of COPD is not easy. You see them struggle with breathlessness and fatigue, and you want to do all you can to help. What you might not realize is that COPD often brings along other health conditions, known as comorbidities. Managing COPD comorbidities in tandem with COPD […]
Why It’s So Important to Involve Your Parents in Decluttering Their Home
/in Downsizing, Elder Care, Family Caregiving, Senior Care /by Debbie Savage, RN, BSN, PresidentYou have finally made a decision to bite the bullet and start working on downsizing and decluttering your elderly parents’ home. As you begin sorting through the attic, you discover a box of old toys, stacks of family photos, a collection of forgotten letters. Each item holds a story, a little bit of history, and […]
Are You at Risk for Inheriting Alzheimer’s?
/in Alzheimer's, Alzheimer's and Dementia Care, Alzheimer's DIsease, Alzheimer's Facts and Figures, Chronic Disease, Family Caregivers, Family Caregiving /by Debbie Savage, RN, BSN, PresidentWhile you watch Mom having difficulty remembering your name or losing track of her daily routine, an unsettling thought might sneak into your mind: “Will I face this at some point too? Am I at risk for inheriting Alzheimer’s?” It’s normal to battle with the fear of facing similar issues as a senior loved one […]
Effective Dementia Care Tips: Using Routines and Reminders
/in Alzheimer's, Alzheimer's and Dementia Care, Alzheimer's DIsease, Caregiving Tips, Dementia /by Debbie Savage, RN, BSN, PresidentWhen it comes to Alzheimer’s, it’s the little things that can make a big difference. Simple, thoughtful routines and reminders can transform daily life for the individual, bringing moments of calm and clarity. They help the person maintain their independence while creating a comforting rhythm that both of you can rely on. Here are some […]
Feeling Overwhelmed as a Caregiver? It May Be Caregiver Burden.
/in Caregiver Issues, Caregiver Stress, Caregiving Stress /by Debbie Savage, RN, BSN, PresidentCaring for a senior loved one is an act of love and devotion, but it can also feel like a nonstop marathon. The emotional highs of shared smiles and laughter can rapidly be overshadowed by the physical and mental fatigue that comes with constant caregiving. If you’re feeling overwhelmed as a caregiver, you may be […]
When Someone With Dementia Is Hiding Things: Tips to Help
/in Alzheimer's, Alzheimer's and Dementia Care, Alzheimer's DIsease, Chronic Disease, Dementia /by Debbie Savage, RN, BSN, PresidentWe’ve all experienced that moment of utter panic when we cannot find our keys or wallet. It’s disorienting and frustrating. Now, picture this happening multiple times every day, coupled with an overwhelming sense of confusion and fear. This scenario is a common part of life for people with dementia. To make things even more unsettling, […]
Optimistic Aging: The Benefits of a Positive Outlook
/in Activities for Seniors, Senior Independence, Senior Mental Health /by Debbie Savage, RN, BSN, PresidentCaring for an aging parent often means becoming their confidant and cheerleader. It should never be just about managing medications or medical appointments; you are enriching their life, making each and every day more meaningful. It is amazing what a big change an optimistic aging attitude can have on a person’s wellbeing, and in your […]