Are you taking care of yourself?
Taking care of yourself while caring for others; it’s easy to say and hard to do. We know how dedicated our caregivers are to our clients and that they are
May 31, 2021
Taking care of yourself while caring for others; it’s easy to say and hard to do. We know how dedicated our caregivers are to our clients and that they are
There is very little within our control when it comes to dealing with dementia. But one very important thing we can control is how we talk to people with this
When a loved one transitions from the hospital to home or to a new healthcare center such as a long term care center, the most important expert for families to
Many seniors experience difficulty getting around independently. Mobility aids for seniors can offer stability and support. If a senior is unstable performing motions like sitting down or walking, it is
Are you becoming more forgetful? Do you have trouble concentrating and recalling words or names in conversation? These symptoms can signal concern for many individuals. However, an important question to
Americans age 65 and older make up 13% of the population but consume about one third of all prescription drugs. Older individuals also take more potentially addictive medications than any
Parkinson’s disease is a progressive, degenerative disease affecting movement and cognition over time. People usually notice those with Parkinson’s because they have hand and/or head tremors, rigidity in the body
A group of researchers from Johns Hopkins University recently conducted a study to investigate the effects of home care on patients with dementia. The study included 300 participants over the
We all know that eating a healthy diet is key to our health, especially as we age, but for many seniors, eating healthy can be quite a challenge. The key
For many seniors, Florida has become synonymous with retirement. Droves of seniors come to our beautiful beaches each year, mostly in the fall and winter months and after a few
A recent study has shown that 7 out 10 caregivers are working full or part time. Most of these caregivers are also part of the sandwich generation, caring for both
Here is a quick 10 question test to determine if you may be stressed as a result of your caregiving duties 1. Do you find yourself feeling overwhelmed when