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 they can get to keep you fit and functioning. However, this can be difficult if…
What Type of Home Care Does My Loved One Need?
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 to fill out this questionnaire. Can I ensure I am receiving proper nutrition? Can I…
What independence means to your aging loved one
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 me thinking about how we express love to our aging loved ones and in Bayshore’s…
Three Secrets to Health and Happiness After 70
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, healthy, and thriving. Keep moving– seniors who remain active are able to stay young…
Medication Management for Seniors
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 other age group. The American Society on Aging reports that among the over-60 population as many as…
Spreading Warmth Throughout The Year…
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 community in so many ways. Throughout the year we have been spreading warmth and care…
At Home Care and Assisted Living Options around Clearwater and St Petersburg, FL
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 licenses can be added in order for the facility to provide services designated outside the…
Our Top 5 Self-Care Tips
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 Support– Early in your caregiving journey it’s important that you find a support group filled…
Benefits of Exercise for Seniors
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 endorphins that help seniors feel happier and more relaxed. Many people also report feeling better…
The Keys to Preventing Falls Among Seniors
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 by falls. The most common are fractures of the spine, hip, forearm, leg, ankle, pelvis,…
