Elder Care ABC Created by caregivers for caregivers

By Jared Wright
The longer older people can stay independent and care for themselves, the better. There, however, comes a time when living alone becomes a problem and sometimes it can even become dangerous.
People suffering from illnesses and memory loss can become dangerous to themselves. They might forget to lock doors or wander off and can’t find [...]

By Tyler Moon
There was a time when your mom used to keep the house squeaky clean and your dad could remember the last due date of every bill. But presently, mom is facing lot of problems in doing the basic household chores and dad tends to remain absent minded most of the time. Probably, this is [...]

Pay attention to details

Elder travelers often have special needs, so keep these important tips in mind:
Before the trip…

Ask about senior discounts; successful travel does not have to be an expensive proposition. Consider trip cancellation insurance.

Invite your elder to have some input about the itinerary. Be flexible.

Make sure your elder has foreign country medical insurance. [...]

Welcome to the July 28, 2010 edition of  the Eldercareabc Blog Carnival

Derrick Grant presents Tips for Keeping Cool and Maintaining Home Air Quality in Summer Heat posted at ElderGuru.com.

by Joy Loverde
The plan is for Bill to leave Florida on a Friday morning and arrive in Chicago on Saturday afternoon. I would be there to greet Bill and get him settled into Sunrise Assisted Living. Mom will fly to Chicago on Sunday and then meet up with Bill after she drops off her luggage. [...]

By George Kissi
There are many problems that are worthwhile to be regardful of when it comes to the subject of elder care. Caring for an aging parent or friend is a must but can certainly be trying. It is worthy to know that there are many resources and facilities out there that you can use to [...]

By Gregory Weldy
Here are tips to creating your own DIY senior care action plan:
Lay out options.
Whether you hold a formal family meeting or not, make sure all family members understand care options-even if they ultimately won’t be making the final decision. Caring for aging parents, for example, does not mean your loved one must be forced [...]

By Gregory Weldy
For many families, the thought of caring for an aging parent brings stress and strain. After all, we don’t take Elder Care Solution 101 in school, and many of us may have not grown up in a multi-generational household. It doesn’t have to be like that though. Elder Care can and should be a [...]