MS and Home Care: Support When You Need It Most
“Home is a shelter from storms – all sorts of storms.” – William J. Bennett Whenever we think of home, we should be able to envision thoughts of safety, comfort, and relaxation. For someone with multiple sclerosis, however, the home environment can be downright hazardous. MS affects millions of people worldwide and can cause dizziness, […]
Understanding Parkinson’s Care in the Later Stages: Part 3 of 3
A Parkinson’s disease diagnosis has an effect on family members along with the person experiencing this illness. Understanding what to expect as the disease progresses is paramount to being prepared for the changes to come and also to making life the best it can be each day. Over the last couple of months, we have […]
Taking Care of a Loved One in the Middle Stages of Parkinson’s: Part 2 of 3
A Parkinson’s disease diagnosis impacts loved ones as well as the person diagnosed. Understanding what to anticipate as the disease progresses is key to being prepared for the changes in the future and to making life the best it can be each day. During our three-part series, we’ll be sharing what to expect in each […]
How Home Care Can Help Following a Cancer Diagnosis
When a loved one receives a cancer diagnosis, it might feel as though your whole world has changed. That which was once a top priority pales compared to the need to do whatever you can to assist the individual you love through this unexpected experience. If you are uncertain where you should start in your […]
Caring for a Senior Loved One with Early Stage Parkinson’s: Part 1 of 3
A Parkinson’s disease diagnosis impacts members of the family as well as the person diagnosed. Understanding what to expect as the disease progresses is vital to being ready for the changes to come and to make life the very best it can be each day. Throughout the next couple of months, we’ll be sharing what […]
Vascular Dementia and How It Differs from Other Forms of Dementia in Seniors
As the most common form of dementia in seniors, Alzheimer’s impacts more than 5.8 million Americans. However, there is another, lesser-known form of dementia causing cognitive problems for seniors: vascular dementia. Knowing the symptoms and risk factors, together with the unique attributes that make it different from Alzheimer’s, is essential to obtaining a correct diagnosis […]
Chronic Health Condition Management with the Help of In-Home Care
Do you ever wake up and realize, from the time you got out of bed, that it was going to be “one of those days?” Maybe you slept through your alarm, tripped over the dog, and then remembered you were out of coffee. These small nuisances, however, pale in comparison to what over half of […]
Senior Heart Healthy Tips for February and Beyond
“Your heart is the softest place on earth. Take care of it!” – Nayyirah Waheed You cannot escape them this time of year: flaming red heart-shaped balloons, cookies, cakes, boxes of chocolates, and cards that grab our attention and remind us to show those closest to us how much we love them. However, since February […]
New Year, New You: Combat Chronic Conditions With Exercises for Older Adults
Although staying safe at home has become our new normal, that doesn’t mean we should spend our time sitting in front of the TV! For older adults, especially individuals diagnosed with chronic health concerns, maintaining an energetic lifestyle throughout the COVID-19 pandemic is a challenge which may seem impossible. However, research shows that incorporating exercises for […]
Chronic Kidney Disease: Foods for Kidney Health
While chronic kidney disease (CKD) affects roughly 11% of adult Americans, for the elderly, the frequency rate jumps to nearly 40%. If an older adult in your life struggles with CKD, following the doctor’s suggested dietary plan is extremely important. The goal is to eat a diet rich in foods for kidney health in order […]