Too often, daily living activities such as eating and bathing are mundane and may turn into battles. Turning these activities into events changes the perception …Read More
Tag: Home Companion
Live Free Home Health Care Meets Your Level of Care Needs
February 9, 2012
At Live Free Home Health Care, we understand that each individual is different and so is his or her plan of care. Since no two …Read More
Home for the Holidays: Recognizing Care is Needed
December 7, 2011
Holiday visits sometimes greet family members with alarming signs that additional care or daily assistance is needed in the home of aging loved ones. With …Read More
How to Develop an Open Line of Communication with Your Physician
August 26, 2011
Communication is a key to any successful relationship. When it comes to doctor/patient relationships, communication is also key to receiving the best healthcare possible. However, …Read More
Wipe Out Caregiver Burn-out
May 18, 2011
Caregiver burn-out can sneak up on you. It may feel like you have everything precariously balanced like spinning plates on sticks but then your body …Read More
Celebrate Mother’s Day With a Little Stress Relief
May 6, 2011
Mother’s Day is almost here and honoring these most important ladies in our lives should be top of mind. Mother’s Day to most might mean …Read More
What Exactly is Respite Care?
April 26, 2011
Respite care provides time off for family members who care for someone who is ill, injured or frail. This allows for relief from the daily …Read More
Reasons why diabetes and homecare are a good match
November 18, 2010
Did you know that 23.1% of seniors over the age of 60 have diabetes? If diabetes is left untreated or not properly cared for, it …Read More
Respite Care for the Sandwich Generation
October 26, 2010
Caring for a frail or disabled loved one requires a mountain of patience, energy and commitment. Too often caregivers get run down and even sick …Read More
Helpful Questions to Ask Prior to Making a Decision to Stay at Home for Care
September 16, 2010
Believe it or not, choosing to age in the comfort of home rather than move to a care facility is not always the best choice. …Read More