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Our aging loved ones need plenty of attention and care. It is important that we do what we can to keep them active. Below is a list of resources to help you find activities for your senior family members and how to support them as they age:
- If you’re taking your loved one out for a day, then read through this list of fun activities for senior citizens.
- HelpGuide.org will help care for your elderly loved one with these great dementia and Alzheimer’s care tips.
- USA Today shares this article about how families deal with providing senior care for aging parents.
The experienced senior care experts at Family Management Services provide numerous services to help families take care of their loved one. Learn how we can help your family by calling (571) 748-5429 today!
Last updated 4 days ago
Alzheimer’s disease is a progressive form of dementia affecting 5.4 million individuals. In this video, a medical doctor explains what you need to know about the progression of Alzheimer’s. As an individual enters mid-stage Alzheimer’s he or she may not be able to live independently. Many diagnosed with Alzheimer’s rapidly experience personality changes, paranoid behavior, and a loss of cognitive abilities, including remembering recent events and personal information.
Learn more about the different stages of Alzheimer’s with the senior care specialists at Family Management Services. From Alzheimer’s care to in-home care, our case management professionals and medical personnel strive to create a comfortable environment for both elderly loved ones and their families. Call us at (571) 748-5429 or visit us online for more information.
Last updated 6 days ago
Caring for an aging loved one can be a difficult and emotional process. Family Management Services can help you understand the transition and improve your senior family member’s comfort. Read through these senior care services that we provide to help with the many changes.
In-Home Care
Only 10 percent of senior adults live in nursing homes and other assisted living facilities. The vast majority of elderly individuals choose to age in the comfort of their own home. Home care is often the best solution for both the family and the elderly individual. Family Management Services provides in-home services such as:
- Part-time and full-time care
- Light Housekeeping
- Meal Planning & Preparation
- Medication Monitoring
- Heath Care Evaluations
- Doctor’s Visits & Health Advocacy
Relocation Services
Many families choose to place their elderly loved one in a hospice or supportive facility for the remainder of the senior’s life. With over 22 years of experience, Family Management Services can recommend a variety of support facilities in the DC Metropolitan area that meet your family member’s needs. Our relocation services help alleviate stress and effort for the family during the end of life process.
Financial Care Programs
In the years, months, and even weeks before the end of life process begins, many elders find themselves facing unmanageable finances. Our staff is bonded and insured, helping families and senior adults organize their finances. Families can rest assured that their loved one will not be financially exploited and that the financial situation will be manageable once the senior family member passes away.
Holiday and Respite Care
Even if you are the primary caregiver for the individual going through the end of life process, you may need time to get away and relieve stress. The certified nursing assistants and companions at Family Management Services can care for your loved one and allow you to address the demands of your own life. A case manager supervises all our care providers and is available 24 hours a day, every day of the week.
Contact Family Management Services today to learn how we can help care for your aging loved one. From in-home care to case management, we strive to create a comfortable environment for both families and elderly adults. Call (571) 748-5429 and visit our website to learn more about our senior care services.
Last updated 11 days ago
From our technology to the economy, our modern world is constantly changing. For many seniors, these rapid changes can be stressful and lead to a feeling of isolation and alienation. Read through this overview to learn how our changing world can cause stress in the senior community.
Technological Changes
Many individuals with aging parents have grown up with some concept of a computer in their world. Therefore technological advances aren’t so significant and are relatively easy to adopt. Yet many senior citizens have lived much of their lives without the technology that younger people are used to. This may make an elder feel left behind; like the world is moving forward too quickly and they can’t catch up.
Unfortunately, seniors who are unfamiliar with today’s technological advances often suffer. From missing out on certain events to forgetting to pay an online bill, the cost of not using technology is continuously growing. Seniors might even feel isolated as their younger family members frequently use social media and digital technology to communicate.
Financial Changes
There’s little doubt that citizens of every age have experienced financial changes in the past few years. Yet seniors often feel the effects of their changing financial situation more acutely. Living on a set retirement plan, a fixed income, or the assistance of Medicare and Medicaid can be a difficult transition.
Personal Changes
As people age the social sphere of families and friends can dramatically change. While everybody deals with their friends and families moving away, seniors are often faced with the death of individuals that they have known for years. As their peers begin to pass away many elders often express signs of loneliness and possible societal and social alienation.
Speak to the senior care experts at Family Management Services to learn how you can better understand and help alleviate your senior loved one’s stress of living in our changing world. Our in-home health care staff, case management specialists, and home companions help seniors and their families deal with the issues involved in the dynamics of aging. Learn more about our services by calling (571) 748-5429 and visiting our website today!
Last updated 15 days ago
Socialization, human interaction, and intellectual stimulation are all important factors in a senior’s wellbeing. Taking your senior loved one on a day out can help with all of these factors; it can also be fun for the whole family. Read through these ideas for the next time you take your senior loved one around town.
Going To Museums
Museums are a great way for families to walk around in a fun environment and learn something new. Visiting a museum is not only educational, but also mentally stimulating. Going to a museum with an elderly family member is a great way to increase their social interaction and spend time together, especially if the museum caters to one of their passions.
Seeing Classic Movies Baltimore Carpets
Watching a favorite movie is a great way to spend time with your family. Ask your loved one what films they enjoyed in the past and try to set up a viewing. Many independent movie theaters will play classic films, so be sure to see what’s showing in your area.
Visiting Historic Landmarks
Sightseeing trips are also a great way to spend a day. Visiting a historic landmark helps reduce tension and increase mobility. If your loved is already familiar with the landmark, the visit may help with their memory. This is a fun senior activity that enhances interest levels and increases mobility.
Enjoying Concerts
Consider taking your elderly family member out to listen to some music; whether it’s a night at the orchestra or supporting a talented local band. Even visiting a restaurant with a live band can add some excitement to a dinner.
Contact Family Management Services for more fun activities that you can do with your elderly loved one. As senior care professionals, we strive to make elderly individuals and their families feel safe and happy. Call us at (571) 748-5429 to learn more about our services.
