What are the benefits of home care to you and your family?
When a person or their family is considering home care, it can be a difficult decision to make. Home care is an increasingly popular choice for people who
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National Color Therapy Month: How Color Therapy Helps Elderly to Cope Mental Health
The month of March is National Color Therapy Month, a time to recognize the therapeutic benefits of color and its role in improving mental health. Color
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February is American Heart Month
February is often thought of as the month of love because Valentine’s Day is so close by, but it is also American Heart Month.
Heart disease is the leading cause of death in America, claiming …
Signs Your Loved One Needs Help
Knowing our elderly loved one might need help and asking for it can be one of the most difficult things to do as they age. Everyone wants to remain independent and healthy for as …
Ever Heard of SAD (Seasonal Affective Disorder)? Do you seem to develop “winter blues” that linger until spring comes each year and its more than just a post-holiday slump?
Seasonal depression is a type of depression which can be triggered …
National Breast Cancer Month is almost here, and it is important for us to be aware and spread the word about signs and symptoms of breast cancer. According to the National Cancer Institute, older women have a higher chance of …
Excessive heat warnings are spreading. As temperatures increase, it is important to stay safe.
Top 5 Tips to stay safe during periods of excessive heat
- Steer clear of parked cars – Never leave children, dependent adults, pets, or the elderly
Senior safety is a big concern as we age. According to the CDC (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention), falls in older adults have reached more than 36 million per year. However, this does not mean falls are unavoidable. Seniors …
We do not have to overthink proper eating. Before each meal, think of what you are going to eat. We want a balance of foods providing the vitamins and nutrients the body needs without over doing it on the calories. …
What is Parkinson’s Disease?
Parkinson’s disease is a brain disorder that leads to issues with movement. The disease is progressive continues to worsen over time.
What are the signs and symptoms of Parkinson’s Disease?
- Tremors
- Trouble sleeping
- Loss of smell