The Silent Struggle: Unraveling the Connection Between Heart Disease and Depression

Experiencing a heart attack changes life in an instant. What seemed important prior to the health crisis suddenly fades into the background, as the top priority becomes helping the damaged heart to heal. Life is then filled with adjusting to new medications, implementing dietary changes and an exercise regimen, following up with medical appointments and […]

The Best Foods for Older Adults to Improve Heart Health

There are lots of visual reminders around this time of the year that prompt us to take into account that incredibly vital organ that works 24/7 to keep us healthy! Store shelves are filled with heart-shaped balloons, boxes of candy, and cards. Since it’s also American Heart Month, it is a great time to take […]

Home Care Helps Older Adults Manage and Live With Congestive Heart Failure

We only have one, and it’s arguably the most important part of the body – so hearing the news that our heart is “failing” is alarming. Congestive heart failure (CHF) affects approximately 6 million individuals in the United States alone, according to research by the CDC, and though it’s a chronic illness, there are actions people can […]

In-Home Care Provides Support Following Heart Surgery

During National Heart Month, there are a couple of important ways you can show your heart some TLC: understand how to keep your heart in good condition, and figure out how to best recuperate if you’ve experienced heart surgery. Look After Your Heart These basic steps will help improve and maintain heart health by keeping cholesterol […]

Prioritizing Senior Heart Health During Heart Month and Beyond

“Your heart is the softest place on earth. Take care of it!” – Nayyirah Waheed You cannot escape them around this time of year: flaming red heart-shaped balloons, cakes, cookies, boxes of chocolates, and greeting cards that grab our attention and remind us to show those closest to us exactly how much we love them. […]