According to the CDC 1 out of 3 Americans have hypertension or high blood pressure, approximately 75 million adults. Only about half of those adults have their blood pressure under control. Hypertension is often called “the silent killer” due to…
According to the CDC 1 out of 3 Americans have hypertension or high blood pressure, approximately 75 million adults. Only about half of those adults have their blood pressure under control. Hypertension is often called “the silent killer” due to…
Current statistics tell us 5.7 million Americans are living with heart failure. 670,000 new cases are diagnosed annually. With the aging of our Country’s population, the problem is poised to reach epidemic proportions. This will have a devastating effect on…
Isolation among seniors is extremely common, especially for those who live at home rather than a senior living community. Even though this loneliness happens easily for seniors, there are many ways to reduce it or prevent it from happening altogether.…
Normal signs of aging can mask symptoms of mental illness in the elderly. Learn about these 8 symptoms to spot mental illness among seniors. About 58% of people over age 65 think that depression is a normal part of aging.…
Dementia is a general term for loss of memory, thinking, and reasoning skills that are severe enough to interfere with the activities of daily living. In addition to memory, dementia causes problems with language, behavior and emotions. There are many…
Technology can be useful in helping seniors remain independent at home. More and more seniors are using devices to help them perform everyday tasks, set reminders and enjoy music or e-books. Here are some to consider: Tablets and e-readers Many…
Make Holiday Memories with Seniors Take on these simple projects with seniors to make special holiday memories together this season. The crafts are easy and fun. Part of the joy of the holidays is making memories together. Senior mobility and…
A loss of independence is one of the main fears many seniors have. When this fear becomes a reality, caregivers can greatly help. AARP conducted a study in 2012 about senior independence. What they found is that almost 60% of…
As we head into the last quarter of 2018, the new year is not too far away, so it’s a great time to start thinking about putting some new habits in place. Here are several ideas for consideration: Think…
Press Release FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Avid Home Care Services Receives 2018 Best of Merritt Island Award Merritt Island Award Program Honors the Achievement MERRITT ISLAND September 25, 2018 — Avid Home Care Services has been selected for the 2018 Best…