Aging parents: 5 warning signs of health problems

Concerned about your aging parents’ health? Use this guide to gauge how your aging parents are doing — and what to do if they need help.

By Mayo Clinic staff

As your parents get older, you may want to make sure they’re successfully taking care of themselves and staying healthy. When you visit your aging parents, ask yourself the following five questions. Then, if necessary, take steps to help your aging parents maintain their independence.

1. Have your aging parents lost weight?

2. Are your aging parents taking care of themselves?

3. Are your aging parents safe in their home?

4. Are your aging parents in good spirits?

5. Are your aging parents having difficulty getting around?

Taking action

There are many steps you can take to ensure your aging parents’ health and well-being, even if you live far away. Sometimes aging parents won’t admit they need help around the house, and others don’t realize they need help. That’s where you come in. Remind your parents that you care about them and that you want to do what’s best to promote their health and well-being, both today and in the months and years to come.

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