Navigating the challenging terrain of a breast cancer diagnosis for a senior loved one can be frightening, confusing, and emotionally draining. This blog post will help you understand what to do if a senior loved one has breast cancer and how to support seniors with breast cancer diagnoses.
Discover time-saving and budget-friendly tips for smarter back-to-school shopping. Maximize value while managing your roles as a caregiver and parent. Learn more with Senior Helpers Santa Monica.
Foster a strong bond between grandparents and grandkids with tips on bridging generational gaps, shared activities, and the benefits of these relationships. Learn more with Senior Helpers Santa Monica.
Discover healthy recipes for diabetic seniors, including simple swaps and whole foods. Explore easy and nutritious recipes tailored to manage blood sugar levels.
Spot macular degeneration signs in seniors, understand caregivers' role in early detection and explore Senior Helpers Santa Monica's in-home care for seniors with declining vision.
The Fourth of July is one of the hottest dates of the summer. In this blog post, we've listed four ways to celebrate July 4th at home. Enjoy family gatherings, fireworks, patriotic movies, and festive decorations.
Manage joint pain in humid weather with practical tips. Stay hydrated, use proper body mechanics, and create a comfortable indoor environment.
Harness the power of music for seniors with dementia. Explore personalized playlists, singing, instruments, and therapy. Discover the benefits and enhance their daily routines. Get specialized care from Senior Helpers.
This comprehensive and user-friendly guide focuses on the difference between Alzheimer's and dementia, providing essential information for managing and seeking appropriate care. Let's delve into it.
Melanoma poses a significant risk to seniors and is one of the most dangerous forms of skin cancer. This article examines the common risk factors and provides preventive measures to reduce the likelihood of developing this life-threatening disease.
This article explores the recommended frequency of skin cancer screenings for seniors and factors that may necessitate more frequent visits. Let's uncover the details while prioritizing sun protection!
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is a type of depression that occurs primarily during certain seasons, with symptoms ranging from mild to severe. Here are some of the surprising foods that may worsen the symptoms of SAD.
This article discusses the five common tax scams that target seniors and family caregivers, the tips for protecting seniors from tax scams, and the steps to take if a senior has fallen victim to a scam.
As Easter approaches, many families are busy preparing for this traditional holiday. However, those loved ones have been concerned about family members with diabetic issues. It's good to hear that there are some adaptations for diabetic-friendly Easter dishes that your loved ones can enjoy.
Maintaining good brain health should be a priority for all individuals, especially for senior populations. These are six fun activities to stimulate brain health in seniors during their retirement years.
Are you wondering what to do this Valentine's Day if elderly relatives live with you? Here are some ideas to show love both to your elderly relative and significant other.
Seniors will be deficient in nutrients, vitamins, minerals, and fiber if they consume a diet high in red meat and potatoes. Worse, it may harm their heart health. Here are some options for a nutritious, delicious, and heart-healthy diet for seniors.
Seasonal Affective Disorder can affect family caregivers and the elderly alike. Here's how to recognize SAD, and ways to cope with it.
The demands of caregiving can be overwhelming. Here are the top concerns of family caregivers and ways how to address them.
Cooking over the holiday season can be hectic for loved ones with dementia. There are many things to do, and knowing where to start can be challenging. With some preparation, you can make the holiday season a little easier for you and your elderly loved one.
It's hard to ignore holiday shopping. Before we have a chance to finish off the Thanksgiving leftovers, marketers are enticing us with Black Friday deals. However, for those elderly loved ones who are living with early-stage dementia, holiday shopping can be difficult.
Establishing a "me" time is one effective way to take care of your family which includes your senior parents. Read for more tips.
Here are some strategies you can take to manage seasonal depression in your elderly parents
Indoor air quality can be 2 to 5 times worse than the air quality outside because of fall and winter home decorations. Know which decorations cause indoor air pollution and what you can do about them to keep your senior loved ones safe from asthma, allergies, and other respiratory health issues.
It’s Breast Cancer Awareness Month and although breast cancer is an uncomfortable topic, you should know that all genders are at risk of developing it as they age. Find out what you can do and how often you should get breast exams for early detection and intervention—awareness saves lives!