AHI Group Blog

We all have that special elderly loved one in our lives who may need some attention soon. Whether it is an aunt, uncle, mother, father, brother, sister, or even a cousin, one of these days, they will need more care than we can provide them. But, how do you know when that time comes? How can you tell when your elderly loved one is ready for assisted living or even a full-time nursing home? Here are a few of the first signs that your loved one might need more care than you can give them.

While most people consider the holidays a wonderful and exciting time, it sadly is a time where many of the elderly in the community can fall into a deep depression. Whether you’re a caregiver or a loved one, knowing a few tips to assist them through this season and avoid depression is vital to making sure they enjoy the rest of the year. There are a few things you can do to help your loved ones to avoid that overwhelming depression that can come around this time of year.

The holidays are times of fun, excitement, family gatherings and more. While they are exciting and fun, they also bring around a lot of stress for you as the caregiver and your aging loved one. Knowing what steps to take to keep both of you in good spirits is important to helping you all have a successful and enjoyable holiday season. Here you’ll find five tips to help you reduce stress around the holiday season and ensure you all have a wonderful time together.