Assisting Long Distance Senior Parents to Live Independently
When you have a senior parent that lives long distance who is aging in place, it’s possible to provide support and help that parent with 24-hour home care.
Home Care – Signs of Melanoma
Did you know that more than 40% of the new melanomas diagnosed each year belong to seniors that are over the age of 70? Melanoma is something that seniors know more about. Melanoma is a type of skin cancer. Only about 1% of all skin cancers are melanomas. But, melanomas are the most serious type […]
In-Home Care Helps Seniors Recover From Knee Replacement Surgery
It takes patience, support, and expert care to help an older person recover from knee replacement surgery. Knee replacement surgery, also called knee arthroplasty, is a significant treatment that can make a big difference in the quality of life of seniors who have trouble moving around because of knee pain. But it’s important to know […]
Recovering From Food Poisoning With Personal Care At Home
Did you know that seniors over the age of 65 are more likely than other age groups to get sick or even die from food poisoning? It’s true, according to the FDA. Seniors are more susceptible to food poisoning because: A senior’s body’s immune response to disease grows weaker with age. A senior’s gastrointestinal tract […]
Home Care – Easy Ways Seniors Can Make Indoor Air More Humid
Having air conditioning is a necessity in most parts of the country during the summer. Seniors who are living independently need air conditioning to avoid heat-related illnesses and stay comfortable all summer. However, air conditioning, especially central air conditioning, can make indoor air very dry. Dry air can cause a lot of health problems for […]
Easy Ways To Get A Senior Parent With Alzheimer’s To Drink More
Dehydration is a problem for most seniors. Estimates are that most seniors are at least mildly dehydrated at any given point in time. Getting a senior to drink enough water is a challenge. But it can be even harder to make sure that a senior parent with Alzheimer’s is getting enough to drink. Seniors with […]
Senior Home Care – Avoiding Heat Stress This Summer
Spring is quickly fading away, and in its place is the heat of summer. This is the best time of year to get out of the house and into nature, but there is also some risk with this. Winter is cold and can be dangerous, but in the summer, there is heat that can be […]
Personal Care at Home – Understanding Glaucoma in Seniors
Seniors deal with many issues as they age, including those associated with vision. Any vision changes can be scary and threaten seniors’ ability to live independently. When this happens, loved ones can discuss the issues and concerns with seniors to create a support health and wellness plan. That plan may include personal care at home […]
Home Care Recommendations for Fun Senior Hobbies
When you or a home care provider is caring for a senior, it can be stressful to find the right hobbies for your loved one. Here are a few ideas.
In-Home Care Encourages Physical Activity to Benefit Senior Mental Health
Most people know that physical exercise benefits one’s physical health. Still, few people realize that it is also essential to maintaining excellent mental health. Unfortunately, some seniors might not have the motivation to engage in consistent physical activity to improve their mental health. Thankfully, in-home care aids can help seniors with this. Understanding How Exercise […]
