Say Hi to Kristina Smith!
As our client census and hours have steadily increased over the last year we decided to bring someone on staff to back up Jane with scheduling and assist other administrative functions in our office. Our biggest concern was chemistry. As you know, our business can be a little stressful (understatement!) since we operate 24/7 and…
Read MorePlay Brain Games With Seniors
When both the mind and the body are active, elderly people live happier, healthier lives. Family caregivers can ensure their aging loved ones keep in fine mental shape by introducing them to stimulating “brain games.” These are games that researchers believe will promote brain health, boost cognitive ability and delay the onset of dementia. Many…
Read MoreWatch Out for Ticks and Your Aging Loved One
If your aging loved one isn’t an outdoor enthusiast anymore, you may think that reading an article about ticks and seniors is a strange combination. However, just because your elderly loved one isn’t out hiking mountain trails doesn’t mean they can’t encounter ticks. Especially in spring and summer in certain parts of the country, it’s…
Read MoreAre Cats a Good Idea for Seniors?
Sometimes for seniors, the world becomes a smaller and smaller place as their social circle dwindles and they become less mobile due to age. When this happens, life can get pretty lonely. If that’s the case for your parent, a pet might be a good choice as a companion. Since June is Adopt a Cat…
Read MoreThe Best Diet to Prevent Heart Disease
In today’s world, almost everyone knows someone who has heart disease in their family. Maybe a relative has had a heart attack, or maybe someone has experienced heart failure or other fatal conditions. It is a scary thing to think about, and the fact that heart disease is one of the leading causes of death…
Read More5 Ways to Make Gardening Safer and More Fun for Seniors
Spring is finally here, and it is time to get back outside and build up those gardens we neglected over the winter. Nothing makes you feel better than planting seeds and watching them grow into big, beautiful flowers, or even growing vegetables that you can eat for dinner later in the year. Gardening is a…
Read MoreAre You Making Mistakes When Dealing With Your Mom's Alzheimer's?
Even the most patient person has a hard time handling a parent’s actions and responses when Alzheimer’s is present. When your mom has Alzheimer’s, you cannot react. A very gentle touch is necessary. Are you making mistakes that affect your mom’s reactions? Here are some of the common issues adults face when spending time with…
Read MoreWhat is a Stroke?
Whether you are the family caregiver, or you rely on help from an elder care aide, it is important to know what to do if your aging loved one has a stroke. Symptoms of a stroke include facial drooping, usually on one side of the face, arm weakness, and slurred speech. If you notice any…
Read MoreAnxiety and your Aging Parent
According to an article in Geriatrics and Aging, late-life anxiety is considered a “geriatric giant” because it is “twice as prevalent as dementia among older adults, and four to eight times more prevalent than major depressive disorders, causing significant impact on the quality of life.” As a caregiver, it’s important to be aware of the…
Read MoreTalking to your Parent about Getting Home Care Help
As a family caregiver, you may have been caring for your parent for awhile and are finding that their needs are increasing on a monthly basis. It’s clear you cannot continue to provide all the care they require, but there is no one else in the immediate area to provide respite care. Both you and…
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