Home Care
Helping Seniors Reduce Pain and Discomfort to Gain a Good Night’s Sleep
Seniors experiencing sleep difficulties due to pain and discomfort can improve their sleep quality with support from loved ones and home care providers.
Read MoreFour Ways a Visiting Home Care Aide Improves Life for an Aging Senior Struggling with Everyday Activities
A home care aide is such a valuable asset for aging seniors, but too often they are overlooked. Many Americans have misconceptions about what home care is, what it offers, and what it can provide to elderly men and women. Or they simply don’t know. Unfortunately, when some people don’t know much about a topic,…
Read MoreHome Care: Helping Seniors Improve Their Grip Strength
Most people don’t think twice about shaking hands firmly, turning the front door key, or opening a jar of pickles. But for seniors, these simple jobs can become difficult as their grip strength naturally decreases with age. Grip strength is important for more than just these everyday things. It’s also important for staying independent and…
Read MoreTips To Help Keep A Senior Parent Hydrated During Cold Weather
Seniors are chronically dehydrated. It can be a real challenge to get a senior parent to drink enough water throughout the day. Dehydration can cause a range of health problems and symptoms like: Dizziness Poor balance Irritability Dry mouth Dry skin Headache Poor vision All of which can increase the risk that a senior will…
Read MoreHow Home Care Helps Seniors With Vision Loss Live Independently
It’s very common for seniors to experience changes in their vision as they get older. Sometimes seniors are just experiencing normal age-related changes in vision. But some seniors experience significant changes to their vision because of conditions like diabetes, glaucoma, or having cataracts. Vision changes can make it more difficult for seniors to continue to…
Read MoreHow to Reduce Holiday Stress With Home Care
The holidays may be the best time of year when you can surprise your kids with gifts and eat tons of delicious, hearty meals. On the other hand, your senior mom or dad may not feel the same way about the holiday season. Some seniors may dislike the holidays due to loneliness and isolation, especially…
Read MoreHome Care Can Prepare Seniors To Renew A Drivers License
Seniors should ask family members or a home care provider to help them assess their ability to continue driving.
Read MoreHome Care – Understanding How Music Enhances Seniors’ Mood, Health, and Sleep
Music can stir emotions, bring people together, and help them remember fond memories. For seniors, it may do even more. Research and anecdotal proof show that music can significantly impact how older people feel, how healthy they are overall, and how well they sleep. Keep reading to learn about the exciting ways that music can…
Read MoreHome Care – The Best Smart Phone Features For Seniors
Seniors that have home care can also ask their home care provider to help them make the adjustments needed to activate the accessibility features.
Read MoreFinding It Hard to Do It All? Arrange Home Care Services
As a family caregiver, you’re struggling. You feel like you’re in over your head, and you’re not sure what to do.
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