Being discharged from the hospital can be both an exciting and anxiety-inducing event for clients and their families. On one hand, you finally get to go home. But on the other hand, you’ve been dependent on hospital staff for weeks now. Are you ready? Patients about to be discharged may…
If you have a loved one who is suffering from Alzheimer’s disease, you’re probably trying to learn all that you can. Knowing more about the disease will help you better understand the transition that your loved one is going through each and every day. Here are several facts about Alzheimer’s…
Which homecare option is best? There are many pros and cons you have to consider when making a decision. Agencies and private caregivers both are enticing in their own ways.
Enjoying the outdoors during the summer and fall provides many benefits to seniors, and is worth a bit of extra time and planning for those experiencing mobility problems; but getting outdoors with limited mobility can be challenging. A main advantage of heading outdoors, even for a short period of time,…
Professional caregivers continuously notice what benefits our senior clients, and we can honestly attest that daily exercise is always a bonus. Clients who move their bodies daily are more apt to engage in the world around them, seem to be in higher spirits, sleep better at night, and better maintain…
. It should be no surprise that exercise is essential to supporting senior health and wellbeing. Exercise enhances the management of underlying health conditions, healthy weight goals, and general fitness while simultaneously elevating moods and energy levels and improving sleep habits. When creating a senior exercise plan for your loved…
Finding an in-home caregiver for an elderly loved one with Alzheimer’s disease is no simple task. Alzheimer’s patients will require specialized home healthcare if you want to ensure that they have the best help possible. Since there are already an estimated 5 million adults in the United States living with Alzheimer’s Disease, it’s safe to…
According to a study done by the Family Caregiver’s Alliance, over 20% of family caregivers suffer from mild to severe depression. Taking care of a loved one who has age-related disabilities or dementia may seem fulfilling, yet in reality, it can be completely overwhelming. It is important to watch out for the…
Almost 20 percent of U.S households spend an average of 20-hours per week caring for an elderly parent or family member. Of these people, 80 percent find themselves providing unpaid care 7-days a week while also working a full-time job. In-home caregiving can easily become a full-time and unpaid, labor of love. We have…
Are you caring for a loved one with dementia? If so, you aren’t alone. Over 50 million people worldwide are currently living with this challenging condition. And, in most cases, their care is overseen by a close family member. The symptoms of dementia can include severe memory loss and poor judgment, impacting…
