Companion care is all about providing seniors with physical and emotional support to stay healthy and remain independent and safe at home. Home care agencies help their clients stay mentally alert by engaging them in activities that decrease isolation and keep them socially involved. This is especially important for those who live alone. When seniors look […]
Sleep deprivation and other sleep issues can impact senior health significantly. Learn how to improve sleep patterns for seniors. An average of 71/2 to 9 hours of sleep each night is considered healthy for most adults. Seniors are often unable to sleep this much due to a variety of sleep-related problems. During sleep awareness month, […]
If you’ve just had an operation, after your surgery you’ll feel tired. This is your body trying to heal itself and asking you to rest, so it can put energy into recovery. When you come home from the hospital, it’s important that you and your family realize that you will need extra help for a […]
Protect Senior Heart Health During American Heart Month Since heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States, especially among seniors, it is important for caregivers to know the facts. 17.3 million deaths each year are caused by heart disease. Seniors are especially prone to cardiovascular complications. Learn about heart health to […]
Many people think that assisted living facilities (ALFs) and home care agencies provide the same services just in different locations and compete for the same clients. The reality is that although families compare the two when looking at care options, they really can offer complementary services. Here is an explanation of the differences between […]
Home care isn’t just for staying at home. Our care goes wherever seniors need it. Caregivers aren’t limited to providing help at home. They can also drive to doctor’s appointments, grocery stores or other locations. Our caregivers can even provide one-on-one service for seniors during hospital stays or after admission to an assisted living facility, […]
You’re seeing signs in your elderly loved one such as a decline in personal hygiene, maybe weight loss indicating poor eating habits or housekeeping chores that are not being done, and you’re worried. You explain that you are starting to notice these things and out of love and concern for them, you want them to […]
It is well known that falls are the number one cause of accidents for seniors in the home, and many older adults sustain these injuries from things they use every day. While these potential hazards can be overlooked, they are also easily corrected. Here are several recommendations for improving safety at home: Cords/Cables: any type […]
Family caregivers provide many services for loved ones. As a caregiver, here are several guidelines to keep in mind. Remember that the person you are caring for is an adult. Unless that person has some form of dementia, he or she has the right to make their own decisions. If their decisions could be […]
