Friday, July 9, 2010

When a Dementia Patient Loses a Loved One from Comfort Keepers Elder Care in Troy, MO

Losing a loved one is always difficult but imagine what it would be like to feel all those feeling you felt when you first learned of the death over and over again. This is often what some one with dementia experiences because well meaning caregivers think they need to keep reminding them that their loved one has died. I just finished reading the following article on helping people with dementia deal with grief. It is well worth the time to read it.

Helping the Person with Dementia Grieve After the Death of a Loved One

Wednesday, July 7, 2010

Watch for These Symptoms if Your Loved One is Diabetic from Comfort Keepers Senior Care in Troy, MO

If you are caring for a parent or other loved one with diabetes you already know how hard it can be to keep blood sugar under control and you are also probably aware of some of the possible complications that can arise with the diabetic. The following article lists many of the symptoms that need to be watched for.

Diabetes Symptoms to Never Ignore

Monday, July 5, 2010

Tips on Preventing Elder Abuse from Comfort Keepers Senior Care in troy, MO

The following article has some great tips on preventing elder abuse for the elder, the family and the community:

Preventing Elder Abuse

Tuesday, June 29, 2010

Can Your Children Help with Caring for an Elderly loved One in Troy, MO?

Caring for our parents can be difficult, especially when we still have our own children at home. This situation, however, could have it's bright side. Take a minute to read the following article and find out how.

Children can have role in caregiving

Friday, June 25, 2010

How to Tell Your Elder Loved Ones Finances are Off Track from Comfort Keepers Senior Care in Troy, MO

Your elder loved ones finances may quickly spiral out of control when there are problems. Here is an article that talks about 8 warning signs you need to watch out for.

8 warning signs an older adult’s finances are off track

Wednesday, June 23, 2010

Nutritional Drinks for the Elder in your Care in Troy, MO

Problems with eating, appetite and proper nutrition are very common among the elderly but it is not just a normal part of aging. Weight loss needs to be evaluated by a doctor and the problem may be correctable. Please read the following article for more information.

Think twice about giving elders nutritional drinks