Client & Family Topics
10 Reasons Why Seniors Walk with a Shuffling Gait
As some people age, they may begin shuffling or dragging their feet when they walk. They may not even notice they’re doing this. Even your constant reminders to pick up their feet when they walk may not be enough for them to remember to walk correctly. That’s because they’re not doing it on purpose. Something…
Read MoreHow to Respond to Repetitive Questions in Dementia
Because Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia cause problems with short-term memory, those suffering from it tend to repeat the same thing over and over. This can, unfortunately, become a significant source of stress for caregivers, who may be tempted to snap in frustration eventually. It’s important to realize that the older adult isn’t doing…
Read MoreSolutions for Seniors
In February 2024, Cahoon Care’s Allan Parker was interviewed by WATD’s “Solutions for Seniors” host Chris Shea. He discussed the needs facing seniors and their families today and described the services Cahoon Care Associates provides to help meet these pressing needs. Click here to listen to the half-hour interview.
Read MoreDo’s and Don’ts for Visiting Someone with Dementia
Just because people suffer from Alzheimer’s or dementia doesn’t necessarily mean they don’t want visitors. There will be days, of course, where they may prefer to be alone or keep to the routine, but at other times, they will feel more social. For visits from friends or family to be productive, it’s essential to set…
Read MoreVideo Tips: Using Hand-Under-Hand to Support Someone to Stand
The best way to support someone in standing up is to put your hand under his or her hand and guide him or her in doing the usual steps. This is much easier on your body than trying to pull the person up from the front. Here are the steps to follow: Step 1: Feet…
Read MoreA Step-By-Step Guide for How to Get Up from a Fall
Falls can be serious business for seniors – unfortunately, they’re more common than you might realize. The CDC says more than 1 in 4 people 65 and older fall annually. Interestingly, if you fall just once, your chances of falling again double. Also, if older adults stay on the floor for too long or get…
Read MoreSigns That Loved Ones May Need More Help
No one knows your parents or loved ones as you do – so you will likely be one of the first to notice any decline in them that may warrant bringing in a caregiver. If you don’t live nearby, you may have missed specific hints over the past year that more help was starting to…
Read MoreWhen They Say No: How to Introduce the Idea of In-Home Care for Seniors
Even the best caregiver needs a break sometimes – especially when it’s a live-in family member. Providing frequent and consistent breaks causes the caregiver to return refreshed, recharged, and more attentive than ever. The problem arises when your older adult refuses the idea of an in-home caregiver replacing even a few hours of a family…
Read MoreWays to Reduce Dementia Sundowning Symptoms
It’s common for people with Dementia or Alzheimer’s disease to get increasingly confused, anxious, or agitated in the late afternoon or early evening. For others, the symptoms are more noticeable at night, when they experience restlessness or disrupted sleep schedules. Because this behavior tends to happen later in the day, it’s often called “sundowning.” It…
Read MoreIntroducing the Gardeen Monitoring System
The Gardeen Monitoring System is a comfortable, lightweight, hassle-free bracelet designed for older adults with a sensor that captures and delivers data showing activity changes over time. The system tracks and records an individual’s movement patterns and activity levels. It is discreet and easy to use, allowing individuals to wear it throughout the day without…
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