Helping Seniors Handle Critical Situations With Confidence
Unfortunately, emergencies can happen anytime, which only increases stress and worry when older loved ones live alone, especially if you don’t live near them. However, there are ways to prepare seniors for when the unexpected happens. Knowing how to act quickly and correctly in dangerous scenarios can mean the difference between safety and harm. Whether…
Read MoreWhen Recovery Doesn’t Go as Planned, Could That Increase the Risk of Hospital Readmission?
Following a hospitalization, there are many factors that impact recovery. The person’s age, their overall health prior to the hospitalization, the reason they were hospitalized, and much more. For example, an 86-year-old who had a stroke is going to face a much more challenging recovery than a 20-year-old who broke their ankle. For people as…
Read MoreSix Ways to Help Seniors Deal with the Challenges of Cooking
Cooking can be a joy, but it does take a lot of time and energy. Sometimes seniors just don’t have that energy to put toward making and eating healthy foods on a daily basis. With the right strategies and support, especially from senior home care providers, seniors can eat healthy foods at home every day.…
Read MoreHow Being Lonely Hurts Seniors
Companion Care Hazlet, NJ: Loneliness is a problem that is impacting almost everyone these days, but seniors are being affected the most. Loneliness and social isolation are common among seniors, especially seniors that are living independently. And being lonely and isolated can have some significant physical and mental health impacts for seniors.
Read MoreWhen a Family Member Burns Out of Caregiving, Home Care Is the Best Option
It’s one of the most natural things for people to do: step up and help when a loved one needs assistance. When that loved one is an aging parent or even your spouse, you don’t think twice. If you live close enough that it makes sense to stop by on a regular basis, you will…
Read More24-Hour Home Care – How to Make Sure Your Loved One Eats Well
One of the most important qualifications of being able to live independently as a person ages is their ability to continue to eat well and manage the aspects of preparing, enjoying, and cleaning up after meals. As you help your loved one live independently, it may have become a bit overwhelming to continuously monitor what…
Read MoreThe Daily Challenges of Living with Heart Disease
Additionally, we can’t overlook the significance of In-Home Care in improving their quality of life and managing their condition effectively.
Read MoreTips 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 Things Visitors Should Do To Protect Seniors From The Flu This Holiday Season
The flu, Covid-19, RSV, and other respiratory illnesses are raging this winter, and seniors who contract these illnesses can become extremely sick. If you have family and friends who are going to be visiting your senior parent during the holidays this year there are some precautions everyone should take. Protecting the health and safety of…
Read MorePersonal Care at Home – Understanding Multiple Sclerosis
Multiple sclerosis, also known as MS, is a disease that affects the central nervous system and is caused by an autoimmune response. It happens when the immune system accidentally attacks the myelin that protects nerve cells in the brain and spinal cord. This damage stops the regular flow of electrical impulses along the nerves, which…
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