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
As our population ages, the issue of caring for aging loved ones grows. True, having family care for a loved one at home is an option. But with the weight
ADLs are the “Activities of Daily Living” or personal care activities. In the healthcare industry, professionals use ADLs as a tool to determine the care needs of a patient. These
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
Who we are is the sum of our life experiences. What experiences would most be on your mind if you lived to be 100? If you ask our client, George,
Sharon Z. Lena, RN is a long distance caregiver. She lives in Florida and her parents live in Connecticut. Her father just turned 95 and suffers from senile dementia as
Q: I’ve been noticing that my mom is beginning to decline. It’s nothing major, but I think it is time she get some extra help. I’m just not sure how
Q: Recently there has been some conflict in my family. I’m the oldest of three children and my parents are in their early 80s, their health is slowly beginning to
Do you see it? Can you feel it? The crowd cheering, foot long hot dogs, fresh cut grass, vendors shouting to sell sugary confections. That’s right, spring training is here!
Are you a long distance caregiver? The stress of looking after the needs of your loved one from afar can be overwhelming, however there are some helpful strategies you can
The Today Show on NBC featured a segment today about family caregivers and some of the risks involved. Bottom-line, when caring for a loved one or when deciding to become
Homemaker / Companion Agencies are registered with The Agency for Health Care Administration. They are not licensed to provide any type of medical or personal care. Because services are not
