Safety
Tips To Help Seniors Avoid House Fires
Living alone can make fire safety a worry for seniors. But with smart steps, you can create a safe haven for your loved one. Regularly check and replace smoke alarm batteries, or consider upgrading to hard-wired alarms with flashing lights for extra security.
Read More5 Cool Ways to Have Fun with Your Senior Parent This Summer
The summer heat can be dangerous for seniors. Seniors are at a greater risk for heat-related illnesses like heat stroke and heat exhaustion. This is because their bodies aren’t able to adjust to heat as well as those of younger people. They also may have medical conditions or take medications that change the way their…
Read MoreService Spotlight: Residential Concierge and Consultation
We are often asked “What makes Lares Home Care different from other home care agencies?” “Lots of things!” we want to shout — but for now, we’d like to elaborate on one service we offer that people may not be aware of: overseeing your residential services and providing assistance with additional care services when necessary.…
Read MoreSimply the Blues or Something More?
Recognizing and Fighting Depression in Seniors In the oft quoted words of Kenny Wayne Shepherd: “Everyone gets the blues.” Temporary feelings of sadness, commonly referred to as “the blues,” usually last only a day or two, and are not a cause for concern. But when a loved one seems stuck in the same sad mood…
Read MoreGoing Away? A before-you-go checklist for anyone caring for an aging relative
For many, summer is traditionally vacation season – the kids are out of school, the office workload is often a bit lighter, and responsibilities are less, right? If you are caring for or overseeing an aging relative, thoughts of vacation raise questions — What will we do with Dad? Can Aunt Linda go two weeks…
Read MoreSimple Changes Can Prevent Falls Risks at Home
According to the Centers for Disease Control, one in three older adults sustains a fall every year. In fact, falls are the leading cause of both fatal and non-fatal injuries in older adults. In 2013, more than 2.5 million non-fatal falls were treated in emergency rooms in the U.S. National health statistics show that while…
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