Respite Care Services Help Family Caregivers Recharge
What does a typical day look like for you as a family caregiver? For many individuals, it begins before sunrise, assisting an older loved one who may have issues sleeping throughout the night and is in need of help, or at least somebody to talk to. From there, the day may be a bustle of […]
Tips to Overcome Medication Refusal in Older Adults
“I don’t need that medicine! There’s nothing wrong with me!” If you’ve heard an older relative proclaim this or any other sentiment to justify not taking the medication their doctor prescribed, you understand how frustrating and concerning it is. There are a lot of reasons that contribute to medication refusal in older adults, from denial […]
How to Manage False Accusations When a Loved One Has Dementia
Envision having a fantastic afternoon with your family member with dementia, listening to music and playing a game of cards together, when out of the blue the person’s mood darkens. When you innocently ask what’s wrong, you receive a forceful and unexpected reply: “I know you took my scarf! How could you do that to […]
Home Care Helps Older Diabetics Make Healthy Lifestyle Choices
If you or someone you love is amongst the nearly 16 million seniors diagnosed with diabetes, you already know firsthand how challenging the disease can be to manage. Between medications, lifestyle changes, daily glucose tests, and more, a person with diabetes, and older diabetics in particular, can very quickly become overwhelmed. And perhaps the most […]
Steps to Take When an Older Loved One Dies
When an older loved one dies, there are a variety of personal and legal details that must be handled. Knowing what to do and where to begin can be challenging while dealing with grief. To help alleviate some of the stress during this time, our care professionals have created the following guide so you will know […]
The Importance of a Post-Fall Medical Assessment
While helping Mom prepare lunch yesterday, she turned around, lost her balance, and started to fall. Thankfully, you were able to get there in time to ease the tumble, so she did not get hurt. Because there was no injury, your loved one didn’t need to see the doctor. After a brief rest, both of […]
Prevent Caregiving Injuries with These 5 Tips
When you decided to care for an older loved one, you most likely didn’t consider your role as being risky. However, the challenges of senior care are nothing to take lightly. Approximately 94% of caregivers who took part in a recent survey described physical pain in at least one part of their body that could […]
Caring for an Older Adult with Cognitive Decline: How Care at Home Can Help
If you are caring for an older adult with cognitive decline, you’re well aware of the range of emotions involved. On one hand, it is a huge honor and incredibly rewarding. On the other hand, it is often challenging, draining, and demanding. Add to that the other struggles inherent with cognitive decline, and it is […]
Understanding Why the Shingles Vaccine Is Necessary for Seniors
With a great deal of media attention regarding the COVID-19 vaccines, it’s easy to lose focus on the other essential immunizations for older adults. But there is one that especially deserves some time in the spotlight: the shingles vaccine. What Is Shingles? Shingles is an infection caused by the exact same virus that causes chickenpox. […]
How Families Benefit from Home Care Services When a Loved One Is on Hospice Care
When a loved one is nearing the end of life, comfort and top quality care are extremely important. Families must know that the individual they love will receive everything necessary for a peaceful transition. Hospice care is very helpful during this period, and pairing hospice with in-home care services ensures that both the individual receiving […]