Archive for June 2018
Keeping Elderly Relatives Cool During Summer Heat Waves
Many elderly Americans are susceptible to high temperatures, especially during the heat waves that affect many parts of the country each year. Heat exhaustion and heat stroke can trigger severe health issues in elderly adults, leading to further complications and even death. If you are a family caregiver for your aging relative and the upcoming…
Read MoreHow to Use Pictures with Dementia Patients
It can be difficult to communicate with older adults who have dementia. This is especially true when the person has lost their ability to communicate verbally. However, that doesn’t mean they can’t be reached. One way to connect with dementia patients is to use pictures as a form of communication. They can be used to…
Read MoreEaster Seals Golf Outing
We attended the golf outing in Lake Geneva on June 8th, to support Easter Seals of Metropolitan Chicago. Easter Seals is a great organization that supports children and their families dealing with Autism. Companion Services of America was proud to be a sponsor and support such a great organization. Joe Montegna was again the celebrity…
Read MoreAvoid Caregiver Burnout: Hire a Home Care Provider
Are you feeling irritable, overwhelmed and frustrated? Do you find it hard to sleep, and either overeat or have no appetite? Is your family saying you are irritable, moody and stressed? Has your overall health declined recently? If you are a family caregiver for an elderly relative and you are experiencing these symptoms, you may…
Read MoreElderly Adults and Anemia
Anemia is such a widespread health issue among elderly adults that it makes sense for family caregivers to learn about it so they can truly assist their aging loved ones with this chronic condition. Nearly 80 percent of seniors have some form of anemia, which is low levels of iron in the body. The good…
Read MoreTHIS JUNE IS MEN’S HEALTH EDUCATION AND AWARENESS MONTH!
Men’s health month is celebrated all over the country with health fairs, free health screenings, and other health education events and activities. Men’s health month is the time to heighten awareness of preventable health problems and encourage early detection and treatment of diseases associated with men. It encourages men to seek regular medical advice and…
Read MoreJUNE IS NATIONAL FRESH FRUIT AND VEGETABLE MONTH!
June is the beginning of summer and a great time to focus on eating more fresh fruits and vegetables. Eating fresh fruits and vegetables is essential to having a healthy diet. Daily consumption of fruits and vegetables can reduce the risk of chronic diseases, stroke, diabetes, obesity, and protect against certain types of cancers. They…
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