Cholesterol – The Good & The Bad
Cholesterol is a substance found in your cells that your body needs to function. Here are a few things you can do to work on your cholesterol, so it is beneficial for you and not harmful to your health.
5 Tips to Manage Arthritis Pain
Arthritis pain is invisible to the outside world and can feel daunting when on the inside. There are ways to help manage arthritis pain so that life is more enjoyable.
Tips for Dealing with Hearing Loss
Hearing loss is not the same for everyone, but it certainly is a challenge. The good news is there are ways to overcome the challenges. Here are some tips for dealing with hearing loss for yourself or your loved ones.
The Effects of the Pandemic on Older Adults
As society moves to what we recognize more as “normal”, we still see the effects of the pandemic in our daily lives, especially in the aging population.
Studies are conflicting as the population seems to have shown a pull in opposite directions.
Medication Safety
Medication safety is an important topic. As a Home Care Agency, we have seen where this can cause lots of issues. So, here are some do’s and don’ts as well as questions you can ask your doctor.
Senior Living Options
As we age, it is important to consider where we will live and who will take care of us. There are quite a few senior living options. We each have to choose what fits our situation and budget best. Here is a list of some of the options we hear about often.
Employee Shortages Everywhere
Employee shortages are everywhere! We are definitely seeing it and feeling it in the healthcare industry. What does this mean for you?
Are Your Aging Loved Ones OK?
Sometimes it comes as a shock when we see our parents or grandparents start to age. And we tend to worry about their safety and health. It is hard to tell if they are ok.
So, here are some things to consider when visiting your aging parents or grandparents.
How to Choose a Home Care Agency
If you need help with activities of daily living for yourself or a loved one, it is a great idea to hire a caregiver to help. Home care agencies are the best source of qualified caregiving professionals. But, how do you choose which home care agency to hire?
Healthy Living For Aging
As we age, there are some habits that we have to stop and some actions that have to be done in order to achieve a healthy lifestyle. Below, we have divided the things most seniors should stop or avoid and some healthy living tips for aging well.
Tips To Help Someone With Alzheimer’s Disease
Alzheimer’s Disease is very common, unfortunately. But, it can also be very difficult to know how to handle it. So, we thought it would be helpful to create a list of tips on how to help someone with Alzheimer’s Disease. These are great ideas for family members and caregivers who are taking care of someone who has Alzheimer’s.
Tips For Caregivers
At one time or another, most of us will be caregivers for someone. As with any new role, it is critically important to have the knowledge, resources, and tools available to help you. Here are 10 tips for caregivers to help you be the best you can be!