Category: Seek On Blog (Consumer)

Did you know that many seniors are actually relieved to start talking about later stages of life and what kind of care they prefer? While it may feel there’s no right time to talk about these concerns, they are important conversations to have.  “People don’t want to talk about ‘care,’ they want to focus on […]

Heart attacks don’t just impact the day-to-day life of the individual who has one; the traumatic event also impacts the lives of their relatives and caregivers. If you are the one taking care of someone who has recently suffered from a heart attack, it’s important to understand what changes you should be making in their […]

One thing is certain – you can still age magnificently. You can still live a sparked life, even in isolation or quarantine. Right now, holding onto what sparks you may just be the motivation we all need for a fresh perspective in a very dark time. We know the elderly population is the most at […]

Many people live with their aging loved one as a way of providing additional assistance and support. Living with older relatives can be a tremendous gift and an opportunity for some meaningful and memorable connections. While there are many advantages to having your loved one move into your home, being a live-in caregiver may cause […]

As we increasingly depend on the Internet to store documents and account information, it’s important to centralize things like your loved one’s passwords so you can access their personal information in the event that they are not able to. Unfortunately, if your loved one has an emergency or becomes very sick suddenly, with no protocol […]

It can be difficult to determine the exact level of care that your loved one may need. While there are plenty of options to choose from, it may seem confusing and overwhelming to find the right care for your loved one. People can be hesitant to give up their independence, which can make it easy […]

A fall can be traumatic for all involved. The shock of the incident can make it difficult to stay calm and make the decision of whether or not your loved one should go to the doctor. “Calling 911 for non-emergency falls can lead to higher senior costs and waiting long hours in an emergency room […]

It’s easy to miss the signs that your loved one may be finding their day-to-day activities more difficult than they used to be. As your loved one ages, a decline in cognitive or physical ability often is the culprit that turns easy day-to-day activities into a struggle. Independence is most likely a priority for your […]

Have there recently been events that have led you to question if it’s safe and healthy for your loved one to consider living in their own home? If your loved one is like most seniors, they likely want to remain in their own home while holding onto their independence for as long as possible. “We’ve […]

A senior’s fall can be caused by many factors, they may have a disease which impedes their mobility, a decrease in their activity levels that has weakened their muscles, or declining cognitive ability that has brought on impaired balance or vision. Sometimes a fall simply happens because a senior cannot do everyday tasks in the […]