📘 Senior Care Resources

E-Books on Senior Care
1. “The Complete Guide to Elder Care”
By: Caregiving.org / Family Caregiver Alliance
Covers physical health, emotional needs, legal issues, and caregiving responsibilities.
📥 Usually available as free PDF on caregiving websites.

2. Healthy Aging: A Lifelong Guide
By: Mayo Clinic
Focuses on physical activity, nutrition, preventive care, and brain health for seniors.
✅ Practical, evidence-based tips for daily senior care.

3. “Caring for Your Parents: The Complete Family Guide”
By: AARP
Provides guidance on caregiving, financial planning, senior rights, and handling family dynamics.
📖 Available as e-book and print.

4. “Dementia Care: A Guide for Families and Caregivers”
By: Alzheimer’s Association
Includes strategies for communication, managing symptoms, and emotional support.

✅ Checklists for Senior Care
1. Daily Care Checklist for Seniors
• ☐ Medication management
• ☐ Nutrition and hydration tracking
• ☐ Physical activity (e.g., walks, stretches)
• ☐ Hygiene and grooming
• ☐ Cognitive activities (reading, puzzles)
• ☐ Emotional well-being check
• ☐ Sleep schedule

2. Home Safety Checklist
• ☐ Remove loose rugs/clutter
• ☐ Install grab bars in bathroom
• ☐ Adequate lighting in hallways
• ☐ Non-slip mats
• ☐ Emergency contact list on fridge
• ☐ Smoke and CO detectors working
• ☐ Easy-access storage and kitchenware

3. Emergency Readiness Checklist
• ☐ Medical records and ID
• ☐ Emergency contact list
• ☐ List of medications and allergies
• ☐ Flashlight and batteries
• ☐ Accessible first aid kit
• ☐ Copy of health insurance

📖 Practical Guides
1. Nutrition Guide for Seniors
• Balanced diet plans
• Tips for common issues like poor appetite or chewing difficulty
• Diabetic and heart-friendly recipes
• Sample weekly menu for Indian seniors

2. Mental Wellness Guide for Elders
• Techniques for reducing isolation
• Mindfulness and spiritual practices
• Recognizing depression or anxiety
• Resources for tele-counseling and support groups

3. Guide to Managing Multiple Medications
• Dosage schedule planner
• Pillbox use and alarms
• Interaction warning signs
• Sample printable medication chart

4. Legal and Financial Planning for Seniors
• Will, power of attorney, advance directives
• Pension and benefit management
• Safe digital banking practices
• Hiring a trustworthy caregiver