Thursday, July 7, 2022

Shortage of Caregivers Across the US Expected to Continue

 



The American Association of Retired Persons reports that the shortage of caregivers in nursing homes continues: How the Labor Shortage Is Affecting Nursing Home Staff (aarp.org)


Cahoon Care Associates reports that the scarcity of caregivers is expected to persist into the next decade -- both for in home care and institutions: Why is There a Caregiver Shortage? - Cahoon Care Associates






Sunday, June 26, 2022

Helping the Elderly Cope with Heat

 

Super Carers <supercarers.com> reports that "elderly people are at a higher risk of developing heat exhaustion, heatstroke, or suffering from dehydration." Further, they may not be aware that they are becoming dehydrated. This article discusses what caregivers can do:

How to help your elderly loved one cope with the heat this summer - SuperCarers

Friday, May 27, 2022

Getting Ready for the Longest Day - June 21, 2022

 


From the Alzheimer's Association:

"On June 21, people from across the world will fight the darkness of Alzheimer's through a fundraising activity of their choice.

Whether you're participating at home, online or in-person, we have plenty of fun ideas to engage family and friends in The Longest Day."

The Longest Day - Help Fight Alzheimer's on June 21, 2022

Thursday, April 28, 2022

Preparing for Aging in Place

 


    WebMD reports that almost 90% of seniors want to live independently, but many have not given any thought as to what needs to be done in their homes to make that possible.

    This article gives practical suggestions for preparing to age in place--

Most Want to 'Age in Place' at Home, But Many Aren't Prepared (webmd.com)


Tuesday, March 29, 2022

Dementia Patients Working on Farms in Holland

 


Reasons to be Cheerful reports that Holland has hundreds of "care farms" for people facing health challenges. At Boerderij Op Aarde, most of the farm workers have dementia. See the article here: 
https://reasonstobecheerful.world/netherlands-care-farms-aging-dementia-work/