There have been some horror stories in the news about private caregivers recently and as an owner of a home care agency it baffles me why people continue to take this risk. So many different kinds of legitimate caregivers and agencies it is incredibly important to know what you are looking for and the pros/cons […]
The Patient’s Bill of Rights was originally adopted by the American Hospital Association in 1973 with the expectation that hospitals and healthcare institutions would support these rights while delivering patient care. The AHA actually encourages states to “simplify or translate” this to meet the needs of their specific patient populations and ensure it is understandable […]
The answer to this question may surprise many people. Hospice is no longer only for terminal cancer patients who have less than 3 months to live. Hospice and Palliative Services take care of many chronically ill individuals who need nursing support but do not meet criteria for other resources. Dame Cicely Saunders pioneered the concept […]
There are 5 vaccinations recommended by the CDC for adults over 65; Flu, Pneumonia, Shingles, Tetanus/Diptheria/Pertussis, and Covid. Over the last year we have been inundated with information about the Covid vaccines. Many people have forgotten about other important vaccines that we know are safe and effective. Let’s take a look at some criteria for […]
There are many reasons why a wound won’t heal, let’s take a look at the most common ones. A wound is considered “non healing” or “chronic” if it has not healed significantly in 4 weeks or completely in 8 weeks. Some wounds can stay around for months and will not heal without medical intervention. Chronic […]
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 […]
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 […]
Do you remember the Jetsons – that futuristic cartoon family from the ‘60s? Technology that seemed far-fetched then has now become commonplace. New products and services for caregivers are allowing seniors to age in place easier and safer than ever. For family members living far away from their loved ones, these advances are reducing the […]
Who else is enjoying this gorgeous weather? With the cooling temperatures also comes a reminder that flu season is just around the corner. Flu activity most commonly peaks in the United States between December and February. The time to be prepared is now. As we age our immune systems begin to weaken, making us more […]
