What Is Companion Care For Seniors?
Seniors who want to live alone need more than just help with household tasks like shopping, housework, or medication reminders. They also need social engagement. If your mom or dad is living alone, they probably aren’t getting enough regular human interaction. People are social by nature. They need to see, talk to, and spend time […]
Tips For Talking To Your Senior Parent About Elder Care
If your senior wants to continue living in their home but you think they need help to live alone safely, elder care is a great solution. However, your senior parent may not want to admit that they need help. It’s common for seniors who want to live alone to deny that they are having a […]
5 Ways To Create A Dementia-Friendly Home For Your Mom
Living with Alzheimer’s means that your mom will soon experience a lot of changes in her cognition. Taking steps now to accommodate those changes will help her stay safe and comfortable at home. If your mom has Alzheimer’s and she wants to age in place, there are things that you can do to make her […]
Managing Osteoarthritis Through Diet
If your loved one has Osteoarthritis, she is not alone. Osteoarthritis is common in many seniors. For many people, it occurs as a natural part of aging as the cartilage diminishes around the joint and bones begin to rub up against each other. It can cause pain and discomfort and make some everyday tasks nearly […]
Key Strategies Families Can Use to Help Seniors Avoid Falls
Falls are one of the biggest sources of injury for aging adults. They can lead to some serious consequences, too, including damaging health and stealing independence. Preventing falls means that families need to adopt a few different strategies that help to keep seniors safe and healthy while living in a safe home environment. Home care […]
Why Do Seniors Need Help with Personal Care Tasks?
For a long time, seniors may not see any changes in how they handle personal care or other essential daily tasks. But eventually, they may face changes in health or in mobility that make it a lot more difficult for them to handle those tasks. Personal care at home offers a solution that keeps seniors […]
How Home Care Assistance Helps Seniors Age In Place
Aging in place is one of the most popular housing options among seniors. According to an AARP survey more than 70% of the seniors surveyed said that they wanted to continue living in their own homes as they got older. And for many seniors living at home is a great option. But you should know […]
5 Foot Care Tips For Diabetic Seniors
If your senior parent has diabetes, they need to make sure they are taking care of their feet. Complications from diabetes can cause series problems with the feet can lead to immobility or even amputation. Managing diabetes is the best way to prevent foot problems, but there are also some things that your senior parent […]
Understanding Cardiovascular-Kidney-Metabolic Syndrome in Seniors
It’s common knowledge that the body changes with age, and these changes may have an effect on general health. Cardiovascular-Kidney-Metabolic Syndrome (CKM Syndrome) is one of the comorbid health conditions—meaning there is more than one disease or condition within the body at the same time—that seniors may have. This syndrome includes a number of illnesses […]
Why Your Mom Shouldn’t Be Alone At Home After A Stroke
If your mom recently had a stroke and she’s planning on recovering at home, it’s important that she isn’t alone during her recovery period. According to the American Stroke Association approximately 1 in 4 people who have a stroke will have another stroke. And the most common period for the second stroke to happen is […]
