Too many seniors are injured as a result of falls. Fall prevention is a must. Learn what caregivers and seniors can do to reduce the risk of falling. Believe it or not the CDC(cdc.gov) has found that the leading cause of death and injury among older Americans is falling down. For their own safety, caregivers [...]
When the sun is out, so are many seniors. There’s plenty of fun to be had in the summer months but seniors safety is important to caregivers and to help seniors avoid risks from the heat. According to the CDC, around 31% of weather-related deaths in the US are due to heat-related issues. Seniors, especially [...]
Caregivers who care for individuals with Alzheimer’s or dementia should manage their stress to prevent burnout and keep their caregiving optimism high What is Dementia and Alzheimer’s Disease? Dementia is an umbrella term for memory loss and other mental abilities that are severe enough to interfere with daily life. It is caused by physical changes [...]
If given the chance, most seniors would prefer to live out their elder years right where they live and have lived for years, at home. Unfortunately, for some that option gets more difficult with each passing year. Forgetfulness, chronic illness, and frailty can compromise anyone's independence, making living alone something your loved one just can't [...]
You knew it would happen sooner or later. Your elderly parent is not doing well at home on their own anymore. You worry when they are there all alone. Even having a neighbor pop in now and then doesn’t ease your mind. There are options, but you’re not sure which way to turn. Elderly home [...]
There may come a time when you or your loved one may face the prospect of having 24 hour in-home care. The best thing about such a demanding situation, is that you can stay in the comfort of your own home. Where everything you love and cherish is right there. No having to move into [...]
In home health care is often not thought about very much until a medical emergency arises. But, there are many reasons you or a loved one can benefit from home health care services. When you think about in home health care, elderly patient care most likely comes to mind. While this may be true, there [...]
Did you know that your loved one can stay in the comfort of their own home even when they have limited mobility? That they no longer have to worry about having to leave their home for a care facility. That no matter what, your loved one can reside at home, right where they love to [...]
Looking for home health care services in Scottsdale? You’ve probably realized that there is a huge selection of senior home care companies in Scottsdale and the rest of Arizona. The broad selection means you’ll most likely find the perfect care giver for your loved one, but it also means you’ve got to do some research. [...]
If you have been providing someone care and home-based support, you may recognize that it's too much of a job to be able to do on your own. In particular, when the one for whom you have been caring starts to have difficulty with everyday tasks, such as dressing and bathing. Little by little, housekeeping [...]