Overcoming Seasonal Affective Disorder in Older Adults
December 20, 2024
Family & Loved Ones
| Health & Safety
After the winter holidays are over, many people experience some form of winter blues. But for seniors who are already experiencing isolation and loneliness, it can be especially tough to overcome. Here are ways you can help your aging loved one feel more engaged.
Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays from Right at Home Central New Jersey
December 20, 2024
Can you believe it’s already the holiday season? The year seems to have flown by, but here we are, surrounded by twinkling lights, cozy gatherings, and the magic of the season. I wanted to take a moment to connect with all of you—our clients, families, caregivers, and community—to send heartfelt holiday wishes from all of us at Right at Home Central New Jersey.
Holiday Home Safety To Prevent Falls Among Older Adults
December 17, 2024
Fall Prevention
| Family & Loved Ones
| Health & Safety
The joy of the holiday season and all the beautiful decorations to celebrate it can bring happiness and warm feelings to many; however, for older adults at risk for a fall, the adornments can be hazardous. Here are tips and general reminders to make sure your aging loved one’s environment is safe.
Allergy, Cold, Flu, or COVID-19? How To Keep Your Senior Loved One Safe
December 16, 2024
Health & Safety
| Family & Loved Ones
It is cold and flu season, and if you’re a caregiver, you may be faced with the question: Does my older loved one have a cold, the flu, COVID-19, or just an allergy? Your loved one’s symptoms may help you distinguish the illnesses apart. Here is how to tell and treatment and prevention tips for each.
Take a Break This Holiday Season: How Respite Care Can Help You
December 13, 2024
If you’ve ever found yourself wrapping presents at midnight or juggling caregiving responsibilities with holiday errands, I’m here to tell you: it’s okay to ask for help.
Top Questions About Hospice and Palliative Care Answered
December 12, 2024
Family & Loved Ones
| Life Planning
Hospice care and palliative care are terms that people often get confused about. Here are answers to frequently asked questions about both types of support.
How To Share Caregiving Responsibilities With Family
December 11, 2024
Caregiving
| Family & Loved Ones
Managing the well-being of an aging loved one can be overwhelming when it is on the shoulders of only one person. Here are practical ways to encourage siblings or other relatives to join the caregiving journey.
Tips To Help Seniors Eat Healthy During the Holidays
December 10, 2024
Family & Loved Ones
| Health & Safety
Holidays are typically celebrated with traditional food and drink. If you’re an older adult with specific dietary requirements, healthy holiday eating can be challenging. Here are ways to plan so you can still enjoy your family’s holiday traditions.
Thoughtful Gift Ideas for Seniors with Alzheimer’s or Dementia
December 10, 2024
It’s Beth Sholom from Right at Home Central New Jersey, and I want to talk about something that’s close to many of our hearts during the holiday season—finding the perfect gift for someone with Alzheimer’s or dementia. If you’ve ever wondered what kind of gift would truly brighten their day, you’re not alone.
9 Great Techy Gift Ideas for Senior Loved Ones
December 04, 2024
Technology
| Family & Loved Ones
If you have an older adult on your holiday gift list, you may be looking for ideas on what to get them. Here are nine great technology-driven gift ideas to consider.
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