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…
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…
It is rarely by choice that a family enters the senior healthcare maze. We are often thrown into the abyss due to a crisis brought on by an elderly…
We hope you enjoy this guest post from Felicity D. As you age, getting adequate nutrition becomes more and more important. Your bones and brain need all the help…
Home care can be confusing, especially for someone who has never been through the process before. In order to determine the most appropriate care for your loved one, ask them…
During the month of February we are continually reminded that “love is in the air” or at the very least, that flowers and chocolates are overpriced. This has got…
If you or one of your loved ones has recently transitioned into their 7th decade (or beyond) it’s important to know what to do (or not do) to remain happy,…
Bayshore Home Care wishes you all a wonderful holiday season! As we look back over this year, we are increasingly grateful for the opportunities we have had to impact our…
There are four types of assisted living licenses. A facility must have a standard assisted living facility license in order to operate in the state of Florida. The other three…
November is National Family Caregiver Month. In recognition, here are our top five self-care tips for the sandwich generation and baby boomers caring for their aging loved ones. Find…
As healthy aging week is well underway, we thought we would give you the top 5 reasons to be more active as you age. 1. Improved Mood Exercising releases…
KNOW THE FACTS: The CDC’s National Center for Injury Prevention and Control, ranks falling the leading cause of both fatal and nonfatal injuries. Most fractures among older adults are caused…
Christine, our Community Outreach Specialist, is a native Floridian who has lived in Tampa Bay for 37 years. She is a graduate of St. Patrick’s Catholic School in Largo, Clearwater…
When you or your loved one enters the golden years it’s time to begin to prepare for the changes that lie ahead. Some of these changes will be…
If you’re considering in home care for yourself or your loved one you may be unsure of where to start. Below you will find some questions that are helpful when…
In life sometimes it is hard to determine when a pain that seems “normal” could be a sign of something more serious. Here are four you should never ignore… 1….
Have you found that your “free-time” all too often coincides with your elderly parent needing your assistance? It can be an overwhelming and challenging season of life when juggling your…
If your senior loved one has decided to age in place it will be necessary to make sure their home environment is safe and free from hazards and fall…
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…
A new study conducted by The Associated Press-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research showed that it is more stressful to care for an aging spouse than an aging parent. Of…
Most seniors prefer to remain in the comfort of their own home while aging as opposed to moving into an independent or assisted living facility. At some point, it becomes…
The nurses of Bayshore bring heart and hustle As the only private home care agency in Tampa Bay with 6* full-time supervisory nurses, Bayshore has reached unparelled heights in patient care. While The…
Parkinson’s disease is a progressive movement disorder affecting the nervous system, meaning that the symptoms of the disease worsen as time goes on. Researchers have discovered that the hallmark…
A new way of aging in place is sweeping the nation as Baby Boomers begin to retire. Former generations waited eagerly for retirement with plans to relocate to places…
To “pay it forward” refers to the act of doing something kind for another and in place of repayment you ask that they return a kindness to another. The global…
Click the image above to learn more about our growth… Since opening our doors in 1986 we have been proud to provide friendly, reliable and compassionate home care, customized to…
Are your ears burning? Chances are, if you are a client, family member of a client, or a referral source of Bayshore Home Care, we have been talking about you at our…
I can hardly believe we are in the middle of February 2014. Don’t you feel like your calendar is already overflowing with things to get done each week? For those…
Just like the price of a new automobile can vary, so does the price of home care. The cost of care depends on the licensure of the agency, the length…
If you find yourself in the midst of providing care for a loved one who is hospitalized or recovering in a rehabilitation facility and will soon be discharged home, you…
More than eight million doctor visits a year are due to UTIs; urinary tract infection according to the National Center for Health Statistics. Both men (one in ten) and…