Tips for Managing Multiple Chronic Health Issues in Older Adults
If you are a family caregiver and your days seem overloaded with balancing appointments with various physicians, trips to the drugstore, lab work, managing medications and special nutritional needs for an older individual you love, you are certainly not alone! Chronic health conditions like arthritis, COPD, diabetes, and heart disease affect many older adults – […]
Understanding How Home Care Helps ALS Patients
Receiving a diagnosis of Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (also referred to as ALS or Lou Gehrig’s disease) raises plenty of questions and considerations, both for the individual who received the diagnosis and the ones who love them. What causes ALS? What are the symptoms now – and what will they be in the future? Who can […]
Understanding Multiple Sclerosis and Finding Help with Home Care
“Home is a shelter from storms – all sorts of storms.” – William J. Bennett Whenever we think of home, we should be able to picture comfort, safety, and relaxation. For someone with multiple sclerosis, however, the home atmosphere may be downright dangerous. MS impacts millions of people globally and can cause dizziness, fatigue, and […]
Caring for a Loved One in the Later Stages of Parkinson’s Disease: Part 3 of 3
A Parkinson’s disease diagnosis impacts family members in addition to the person with the illness. Learning about what to expect as the disease becomes progresses is key to being prepared for the changes to come and to making life the very best it can be every single day. Over the past couple of months, we’ve […]
Providing Parkinson’s Care for a Family Member in the Middle Stages: Part 2 of 3
A diagnosis of Parkinson’s affects loved ones as well as the person diagnosed. Understanding what to expect as the disease progresses is vital to being prepared for the changes in the future and to making life the best it can be each day. In our three-part series, we will be posting blogs that feature information […]
Home Care Services Can Ease the Stress of Cancer Care
When someone you love receives a cancer diagnosis, it can feel as though the world has turned upside down. That which was once a top concern pales when compared with the need to do anything you can to assist the person you love through this unforeseen journey. If you’re unsure where to even begin in […]
Caregiving in the Beginning Stages of Parkinson’s Disease: Part 1 of 3
A Parkinson’s diagnosis impacts family members along with the person diagnosed. Understanding what to expect as the disease advances is vital to being ready for the changes to come and to make life the best it can be every day. Over the next couple of months, we will be posting what to anticipate in each […]
Tips to Improve Heart Health for Seniors During Heart Month and Beyond
“Your heart is the softest place on earth. Take care of it!” – Nayyirah Waheed You cannot escape them around this time of the year: flaming red heart-shaped balloons, cakes, cookies, boxes of chocolates, and cards that grab our attention and encourage us to show those most important to us just how much we love […]
New Year, New You: Importance of Exercise for the Elderly with Chronic Conditions
While staying safe at home has become our new normal, that doesn’t mean we should spend our time sitting in front of the television! For senior loved ones, especially those diagnosed with chronic health issues, maintaining an energetic lifestyle during the COVID-19 pandemic is a challenge which may seem insurmountable. However, studies have shown the […]
Living With Chronic Kidney Disease: Foods for Healthy Kidney Function
While chronic kidney disease (CKD) affects roughly 11% of adult Americans, for the elderly, the frequency rate jumps to nearly 40%. If an older adult in your life struggles with CKD, following the physician’s recommended dietary plan is crucial. The goal is to make certain that levels of electrolytes, minerals, and fluid remain balanced. The […]