A gait belt is the cheapest, most useful piece of equipment in home caregiving, and it’s the one I see used incorrectly most often. Usually… Read More »How to Use a Gait Belt Correctly: A Physical Therapist’s Guide
Your mother is on the floor. Maybe you heard the thud from the next room. Maybe you walked in and found her sitting against the… Read More »How to Help an Elderly Person Up After a Fall (Without Hurting Either of You)
Helping someone move safely shouldn’t mean putting your own body—or theirs—at risk. If you’re caring for an older parent, spouse, or loved one who needs… Read More »Helping Without Hurting: A Physical Therapist’s Guide to Safe Transfers at Home
Standing up from a chair, bed, or toilet is something most of us do dozens of times a day without a second thought. But for… Read More »How to Make It Easier for Seniors to Stand Up: Techniques, Exercises, and Assistive Devices
Wandering is one of the most frightening challenges families face when caring for a loved one with dementia. A person can slip out a door… Read More »How to Prevent Wandering in Seniors With Dementia – Complete Caregiver Guide
Watching a parent grow older is one of life’s most tender – and stressful – experiences. If your mom or dad lives alone, chances are… Read More »How to Monitor an Elderly Parent Living Alone (Without Invading Their Privacy)
Falls are the leading cause of injury among adults 65 and older and a disproportionate number of them happen at night. Dim lighting, groggy reflexes,… Read More »How to Prevent Nighttime Falls in Seniors
If your elderly parent keeps falling, you’re not alone – and you’re right to take it seriously. Falls are the leading cause of injury-related death… Read More »My Elderly Parent Keeps Falling – What Should I Do?
A near-fall can be a warning sign that an older adult’s balance, strength, mobility, or overall health may be changing. Even if no injury occurs,… Read More »What to Do After a Senior Has a Near-Fall: Steps to Prevent a Future Fall
Caring for an aging parent often involves difficult decisions about safety, independence, and quality of life. Many seniors can live independently for years with minimal… Read More »Signs an Elderly Parent Needs 24-Hour Supervision