With so much press surrounding the COVID-19 vaccines, it is very easy to lose focus on the other essential vaccinations for older adults. But there’s …Read More
Home Care Services Help Those With a Loved One in Hospice
When someone is nearing the end of life, comfort level and top quality care are paramount. Families need to know that the individual they love …Read More
Living with Lou Gehrig’s Disease: Stages and Support
Receiving a diagnosis of Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (also known as ALS or Lou Gehrig’s disease) raises a multitude of questions and concerns, both for the …Read More
Finding Ways to Overcome Stress When Caring for a Senior With Dementia
There’s no such thing as a “typical day” for a senior with dementia – or, for the person caring for them. The senior may unexpectedly go …Read More
What Family Caregivers Should Know About Seniors and Urinary Tract Infections
Itchiness. Burning. An urgent need to use the bathroom. If you’ve ever endured the misfortune of suffering from a urinary tract infection (UTI), you understand …Read More
Examining How to Pay for Home Care
Continuing to live at home for a lifetime is the desire of nearly all older adults. Home is the place we are most content. It …Read More
Fun and Engaging Activities for Seniors with Dementia
Continuing to be active and involved in meaningful interests is crucial for our mental health. All of us need to feel both successful and needed. …Read More
Involving Siblings in Caring for Elderly Parents
As the saying goes, many hands make light work, and that’s definitely true when it comes to caring for elderly parents. If you and your …Read More
Home Care Helps: Creating Safe Spaces for People with MS
“Home is a shelter from storms – all sorts of storms.” – William J. Bennett When we think about home, we should be able to …Read More
Understand the Facts About Delirium in the Elderly
With its parallels to dementia, delirium is often a complicated problem to identify and manage. Older adults are especially vulnerable to delirium, so our senior …Read More