|  | |  | Providing Support and Care for Our Elders By Sumayya Khan Elderly parents and relatives are a huge blessing in our lives. As they age, it is likely that they will need additional assistance with everyday activities such as providing more direct physical, emotional and mental support. At that time, families need to work together to make decisions about living arrangements and expenses, medical care and treatment, caregiving, and more. Learn about the details of caregiving in the full article. |
| | | Parenting Tip The global increase in the population of people aged 65 and older over the past decade has presented both challenge and opportunity. Many Muslim families find themselves part of the “sandwich” generation – adults who have the dual responsibility of caring for their children and their aging parents. |
| |  | 9 Tips for Caregivers Anchored in Islam By Miriam Mohamed Being a caregiver can be a deeply fulfilling yet physically and emotionally draining experience. Whether you're caring for a family member, a friend, or a loved one, the role often involves constant attention, patience, and empathy. For Muslim caregivers, this role is not only a social or familial responsibility but also a spiritual one, rooted in the values of compassion, service, and selflessness taught in Islam. It is essential to approach it with both practical strategies and spiritual grounding as the demands of caregiving can take a toll. |
| | | Inspiration “Abuse can lead to serious physical injuries and long-term psychological problems for the elderly. The United Nations and the World Health Organization say they expect the number of abused older adults over age 60 may reach 320 million by 2050, and note that at least 1 billion people worldwide are 60 or older.” Samana Siddiqui, Elder Abuse In The Muslim Community |
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|  | How the Prophet Cared for Elders By Wendy Díaz Elders are the backbone of our communities. They have laid the foundation for the future, constructing and maintaining the mosques in which we pray and the institutions where our children learn about our deen. Allah and His Messenger, peace and blessings be upon him, have provided clear guidance on how to honor and treat the elderly with the dignity they rightfully deserve. During his lifetime, Prophet Muhammad exemplified how to be a respectful teacher and guide, even to the oldest of his companions and tribal leaders. Learn more about how to emulate his example with our own family members and in our community. |
| | | Prophetic Guidance “For your Lord has decreed that you worship none but Him. And honor your parents. If one or both of them reach old age in your care, never say to them ˹even˺ ‘ugh,’ nor yell at them. Rather, address them respectfully.” (Surah Al-Isra, 17:23) |
| |  | When Grandparents Babysit: Tools and Tips By Candice Isaah Abd'al-Rahim Ideally, grandparent babysitters represent the best of both worlds - someone who both loves the child and who has accepted the task of watching the child for a brief period. Realistically, no parent is perfect, nor is any grandparent without flaws. Mistakes and misunderstandings will occur. Check out a number of helpful tips for parents and grandparent babysitters, too. |
| | | Interesting Facts - 16% of the population in the United States is 65 years and older.
- The home care market is expected to grow to $225 billion by 2024.
- 7% of adults aged 65 and over needed help with personal care from other people.
- Women were more likely to need help with personal care than men.
- 7 out of 10 people over the age of 65 will require long term care.
- Around 12 million people in the U.S. receive home care and have diverse long-term care costs in different states.
- 44% of home care recipients needed help and assistance with at least one daily activity, 83% need help with bathing and showering.
- Most patients received medical/skilled nursing services (75%), personal care (44%) and therapeutic services (37%).
For more details, check out 28 Senior Care Statistics: In-Home & Assisted Living. |
| |  | Seniors Need Companionship, Too By Mahasin Shamsid-Deen Senior isolation may be a common situation, but it is not healthy since studies show that it often leads to loneliness and depression. This is true whether the senior is an early senior in their 50s to an older senior in their late 80s, 90s, or 100s. Feelings of loneliness are especially distressing for widows and widowers, who are also missing companionship which was likely long-term. Writer Mahasin Shamsid-Deen provides a reminder that seniors can benefit from another form of companionship often overlooked – marriage. |
| | | | | |  | Story Time with Adam: The Tornado Adam and Aneesah were excited to enjoy a picnic by the waterfront – complete with chicken and lamb kabobs – but a tornado threatened to ruin their plans. Makes for a great story and lesson about the blessings of rain! (7:54) |
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