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…
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…
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…
Did you know that the way you stand can effect your happiness? Children and teens are often told to stand up straight. Socially, slouching gives off the body language that…
We’ve found that successful senior care begins with an attitude of team work. Bayshore Home Care assembles a customized team for each of our clients and ensures communication regarding your…
No matter what age we are, we all face various safety risks depending on our lifestyle, health, and occupation. For those that are over the age of 65, the risks…
Our friends at A Place for Mom recently released an article outlining the top 10 reasons seniors are hospitalized. They include; injuries and accidents, heart disease, chest pain, adverse effects…
Falls can happen to anyone; even a former president as we learned last week. A few of the keys to fall prevention are to take extra precautions if you are…
About 1/3 of seniors fall annually but some are more at risk of a fall than others. Here are 6 factors to consider when assessing your aging loved ones…
The Pillars of Crisis Prevention in Seniors If you have been concerned about the health and safety of your aging loved one for any length of time, you know all…
Q. My mom was hospitalized after she fell in the bathroom. She just came out of the hospital and I’m afraid this will be a regular occurrence. I live out…
Many people think falls are a normal part of aging. The truth is, they’re not. Most falls can be prevented—and you have the power to reduce your risk. Exercising, managing…
September 22nd is National Falls Prevention Awareness Day and this year Bayshore Home Care has partnered with the National Coalition on Aging to educate our local healthcare professionals, older adults…
Q: I am a 70 year old woman and my doctor recently diagnosed me with osteoporosis. I’ve been trying to exercise to strengthen my bones and prevent an injury….