Safety Tips All Seniors Living Alone Need To Know
Most seniors say that they want to live independently in their homes as long as they can. But safety is always a concern for seniors that are living alone. Safety from outside threats and safety from falls and accidents inside the home is something seniors and their families worry about. 24-hour home care is one […]
Signs Of Pet Illness That Seniors Should Know
Pets are wonderful companions for seniors. Seniors who have pets are generally happier and healthier than seniors who don’t have pets. Pets provide love and companionship that can help seniors stay physically and mentally healthy. Seniors that are living independently can greatly benefit from having a loving cat or dog in their home. But, seniors […]
Kitchen Accessibility Ideas For Seniors Aging In Place
The kitchen is the heart of the home. And for seniors aging in place it’s one of the rooms where seniors are probably going to spend a lot of time. Elder care can help seniors make healthy meals, clean up, and put away their shopping each week. But seniors still need to have an accessible […]
What to Buy (And Not Buy) for a Lower Sodium Diet
There are certain health conditions where the doctor may ask your loved one to reduce her sodium intake to help her manage the condition better. It could be high blood pressure, heart failure, or kidney disease just to name a few. The doctor knows that if your loved one can lower her sodium intake, she […]
What Are the Most Common Signs of Dementia in Older Adults?
Dementia is a complicated medical condition. When aging adults are in the earliest stages of the disease, they may exhibit some of these signs. Getting help as soon as possible ensures that seniors are able to get the support they need managing their new health issues and cognitive changes. Home care is also something for […]
Symptoms and Causes of Vertigo
Vertigo is unique in that it’s a sensation, not an actual event in the body. It is a sensation that the room or area around you is spinning when in fact, you are holding still and so are the things around you. Because it is such a strong sensation that the world is spinning, and […]
5 Tips to Help Seniors Feel Better While Battling Arthritis
Arthritis is a common problem for seniors. It’s a condition that causes both stiffness and inflammation in the joints, which can cause a lot of pain. Symptoms can vary depending on a variety of different factors. What many seniors need is a plan that helps them to feel better while they continue to live with […]
Understanding Why Mental Health Is Crucial for Seniors
A senior’s mental health is incredibly important to focus on, but usually something they put on the back burner. They may not think it is important during their final stage of life, or they may have never focused on it before; either way, it’s not an excuse to keep putting the focus on mental health. […]
Six Tips for Managing and Preventing UTIs in Seniors
Recognizing and treating a urinary tract infection as soon as possible is incredibly important for seniors. All too quickly a common UTI can turn into a kidney infection or another complication. The tricky part is that seniors don’t always have the typical symptoms of a UTI. That’s why it’s so important to manage and prevent […]
Our Caregiver Was Wonderful!
Please know that Karline was wonderful!!!! We truly loved her. She was so caring and very helpful. She really cares about people, something you cannot train someone. It was a gift to us to have her with us this past week with him declining so much. We were all together on Thursday and it was […]
