Giving Care: Senior & Disabled Caregiver Resource Blog

4 Shoes for Elderly with Balance Problems

Balance loss is common with aging. While a decline in balance usually begins around 40-50 years of age, by age 65, most seniors will have one fall per year.  Supportive footwear plays a big role in keeping your loved one safe, especially for older people with

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3 Best Walking Shoes for Seniors

As we age, our body changes shape – all the way down to our feet. Our body’s support system begins to spread due to muscle loss and years of supporting our own weight. Heat edema can cause swollen feet, further exacerbating existing foot pain. Suddenly the

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How to Help With Aging Parents

As our parents age, life inevitably leads us to a role reversal that can be difficult to prepare for. It's a journey filled with tender moments, tough decisions, and the inevitable realization that time waits for no one. You want to provide the right amount

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Checklist for Moving Elderly Parents (2024 Guide)

Moving is always challenging. This task becomes even greater when moving an older loved one into a new space.  Preparing in advance for this life change can help create a smoother transition when moving your aging parent to an assisted living facility or nursing home. When

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When is it Time for a Nursing Home? 8 Key Signs

Making the decision to move a loved one into a nursing home can be a difficult choice. Living independently can become challenging for many older people, as well as for their family members and caregivers who help care for them.  Assisted nursing home care  offers daily

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What is Adaptive Equipment? A Comprehensive Guide

As the saying goes, aging is filled with both beauty and challenges. While our minds may feel young and spry, the same can’t always be said of our bodies. Although slowing down physically can usher in a new stage of life, adaptive equipment and assistive

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Does Medicare Pay for Orthotics/Diabetic Shoes?

Are you looking to purchase a pair of orthotics or diabetic shoes but are worried about the cost? Although therapeutic shoes can be costly, Medicare offers coverage through Medicare Part B (medical insurance) and this significantly lowers the cost to consumers. Find out how to get

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How to Get Orthotics Covered by Insurance in 5 Steps

Orthotics are customized and designed to support, align, or correct various feet, ankle and lower limbs issues. Foot orthotics are commonly used to alleviate pain, enhance stability, and improve overall foot function. There are different types of orthotics, and they can be prescribed by healthcare

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5 Multiple Sclerosis Self-Care Tips for Adults

Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a chronic and disabling disease. It is estimated there are now more than 2.8 million people living with this chronic condition globally, a number that has increased annually since 2013. MS symptoms and disease progression vary with changing attacks that often advance

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When to Move From Assisted Living to a Nursing Home for Seniors

A woman in a wheelchair gets into her adaptive gown with the help of a caregiver.

Deciding when to transition a loved one from assisted living to a nursing home can be a challenging and emotional process. It's a significant step in the journey of senior care, often marked by changes in health and lifestyle needs. In this article, we'll explore the

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