When Should a Person with Dementia Go into a Care Home? Dementia is a cognitive condition that affects memory, communication, and the ability to perform normal daily functions. Early-stage dementia often does not require specialized care. However, cognitive decline may eventually reach a point where formal memory care services are necessary. Here’s how to tell […]
8 Reasons Why Moving Parents Into Senior Living May Be Best It’s only natural to want to stay in our homes for as long as possible. But for older adults, it’s not always in their best interest. Care demands will alter as a person ages and, in most circumstances, become more demanding or difficult. This […]
6 Steps to Happy, Healthy Aging The second half of our lives can be some of the most rewarding years! As we age, we may experience graying hair and wrinkles… but we also gain wisdom, confidence, and patience. The way you take care of yourself over time, both physical and mental health, will obviously have […]
10 Tips for Connecting to a Senior with Dementia Watching someone you care about deteriorate from dementia is painful. As memory loss worsens, it will inevitably change the relationship you have with your loved one. However, that doesn’t mean you can’t maintain a meaningful connection with them throughout the progression of the disease. There are […]
Practical Considerations When Seniors Move to Assisted Living Moving to assisted living is a major life transition that naturally can seem daunting to seniors and their families. However, approaching this move with positivity and proper planning can make all the difference. To help break it down, we’ve compiled some practical considerations for when seniors move […]
Maintaining Close Family Bonds With Senior Living in Portland, OR The importance of family in a senior’s life is truly immeasurable. It’s even been proven by scientific research. In fact, a study showed that the involvement of family members is tied to a higher quality of life among residents of assisted living communities. Senior communities […]
Elderly Falls: Protecting Your Loved Ones in Portland, OR Every second of every day in the United States an older adult falls, making falls the number one cause of injuries and deaths from injury among older Americans. Helping Hands for Seniors understands that protecting your loved ones and preventing elderly falls is crucial. This is […]
How Pets Can Help Seniors in Portland, OR Pets make happier and healthier seniors! While we all love our pets, there are particular health benefits for older pet owners that research has proven. Pets improve the lives of older individuals in many ways. Here’s how pets can help seniors: 1. Pets have a […]
Stop the Spread of COVID-19 in the Elderly Community As COVID-19 (coronavirus) spreads in the U.S. and globally, it is known that older people 65+ are at a higher risk of serious illness. Especially older adults and people with pre-existing medical conditions including heart disease, lung disease, diabetes, cancer, and hypertension according to the National […]