Category: Elderly

Every year, 150,000 people experience a stroke (cerebrovascular accident). More than half of this population is over 75 years old and almost 75% of those who survive a stroke suffer medical consequences afterwards. Is it possible to prevent strokes? Strokes: what are the favorable grounds? Anybody can suffer from a stroke, however medical research has […]

Moving out of one’s home for reasons linked to a loss of autonomy is seldom voluntary… For a senior, leaving home is a critical step. How can you help your senior relative go through this radical change? What kind of move? Moving to a retirement home, an assisted living facility or simply more adapted housing? […]

The age written on your passport can be very different from the age you look… In most cases, it is the age on the passport that matters! We hear a lot about the “senior generation”, or the “third age”, more commonly used a few years ago; but who does this category represent exactly?   Seniors, […]

What type of in-home care services can be provided to a senior or a dependent adult? What conditions do you need to fulfill? Here’s a summary of all the individual services offered on the market today. Daily assistance When everyday tasks become difficult or impossible, you can get help from trained professionals. Personal care, shopping, […]

We all have memories of the disastrous heatwave of August 2003, when almost 15,000 people passed away, among which many seniors. Since then, the concern for seniors’ specific needs during the summer has become more common. Seniors in the summertime: stay in touch France experienced quite a shock in 2003 when they realized that a […]

Disabled or not, seniors (just as children) are often affected by everyday life incidents. What is the right reflex when an elderly relative is in distress and how can you help? Seniors: the most common incidents Seniors tend to be more concerned about the dangers that are outside of their home. However, they are much […]

No answer to your phone calls, no contact with their neighbors… When should you start worrying when you don’t hear from a senior relative? What can the dangers be? Silence from a senior relative: when should you start worrying? First of all, don’t stress out! Start with asking yourself which means of communication the person […]

No answer to your phone calls, no contact with their neighbors… When should you start worrying when you don’t hear from a senior relative? What can the dangers be? Silence from a senior relative: when should you start worrying? First of all, don’t stress out! Start with asking yourself which means of communication the person […]

According to a 2017 survey led by the Petits Frères des Pauvres association and the French Conseil Supérieur de l’Audiovisuel, 300,000 seniors over 60 are in a situation of “social death”. No relationships with family, friends, neighbors or associative structures: how can we protect seniors from isolation? Seniors and their entourage Solid friend and family […]

Exerpt: Winter time exposes seniors to seasonal risks, including the impacts of cold temperature. Here is our advice to take care of your elderly relatives and adopt the right reflexes. Have the right reflexes to help elderly persons during winter Is cold the only danger of winter? For seniors, there are other things to worry […]

Seniors are not always aware of their loss of autonomy. In certain cases, it is difficult for them to acknowledge that their abilities are declining as they age and they might refuse help. What are your options in that case? Here’s our advice!

It is not always easy to take care of oneself when growing old. Here is a list of outdoor activity ideas to avoid routine and boredom.

Petitioning for guardianship is not a decision that should be taken lightly. There are a few questions to address before starting the process. We’ll help you see things more clearly and weigh alternative solutions.

When is the right time to place a senior in a retirement facility? A senior’s relatives often choose the accommodation that is closest; but is it always the right option? Which criteria should you look at before making a decision? Retirement homes: what is the right timing and who is concerned? Placing a senior in […]

It is not always easy to live away from your parents and take care of them, especially when they’re aging. Nowadays, there are several options to take care of them even when they’re far.

Not all seniors are able to live alone, especially when they start to lose autonomy. When is the best time to take this important decision?

In the summertime, especially in case of a heatwave, seniors need closer care. Here are the good reflexes to keep your elderly relatives healthy.

Often misinterpreted or confused with something else, here is why and how to spot it and provide better care to your elderly relatives.

We’re telling you everything you need to know to make the right choice about your senior relatives.

Often overwhelmed by the evolution of technology, seniors don’t always know how to use certain devices. Find out how you can help them stay in touch with their relatives more easily.

You may have an elderly relative that is isolated and you feel concerned about him/her living alone? Find out more on how you can provide them care and safety.

It is not easy to see an elderly relative lose their autonomy. How can you help? We’re telling you all about it!

Are GPS trackers, amongst other devices, a good way to help seniors when they start losing autonomy?

This system does have flaws. It is not easy to be relaxed with this kind of aging-at-home assistance.

The symptoms of this disease are not easy to read, and finding the right treatment is difficult. Here are the first signs that you should look out for.