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Tips for Caring for an Adult with Disabilities
March is Disabilities Awareness Month. If you are a family member who cares for someone with a disability, whether a child or an adult, handling personal, caregiving, and everyday needs is hard work. Home care services are not limited to seniors – adults with chronic needs or disabilities can benefit...
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My Friend is a Family Caregiver: How Can I Help?
When one of your good friends becomes the family caregiver to an elderly parent or loved one, they may begin feeling stressed, overwhelmed and they can experience a plethora of emotions. They might need help, but they’re afraid to ask. Here are 6 ways you can support a friend as...
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Why It’s Important to Manage Caregiver Stress
Family caregivers face a lot of stress. Many work full-time jobs and raise their own families on top of the responsibilities of looking after their aging parent. The demands of the job can take both a physical and mental toll on even the most resilient people, leaving them drained and...
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The Effects of Dementia on Family Caregivers
In 2017, the Alzheimer’s Association completed an extensive survey on the effects of Alzheimer’s on the family caregiver. Years since, their continued studies of Alzheimer’s and dementia have found that the effects of these diseases on the family caregiver are more paramount than ever. In fact, their ongoing research of...
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The Difference Between Home Care and Home Health Care
Home care or home health care? This is a question we get asked frequently. There are quite a few differences between home care and home health care. Here we explain some of those difference so that you may determine what might be best for your loved one. And remember, oftentimes...
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What is Respite Care and Why is it Needed?
Caregiving is a full-time job, and respite care is the means to provide relief for the caregiver. It is an ideal solution to give busy and often overstressed family caregivers the opportunity to relax, decompress, and re-energize while their loved one – an elderly parent, a family member living with...
How Smartwatches Are Changing the Face of the Medical Alert Industry
Smartwatches offer unique benefits over traditional medical alert devices Medical alert devices can be lifesaving for seniors who find themselves in an emergency situation. They also can reduce stress and anxiety for caregivers by providing peace of mind that a loved one will be able to get the help they...
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7 Heart-Healthy Tips for Seniors
February is American Heart Month, an ideal time to commit to making small changes that can lead to a lifetime of heart health. Did you know that cardiovascular disease is a major threat to senior health? The American Heart Association reports that 84 percent of people age 65 years and...
5 Activities to Keep Elderly Parents Active and Engaged
Staying healthy and feeling your best is important at any age, but it’s especially important for seniors. Studies have shown that being active as we age is crucial for physical, mental and emotional health. Do you have elderly parents who could use a little encouragement when it comes to staying...
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Winter Driving Tips for Aging Parents
As winter weather sweeps across the country, here are some ways to help keep senior drivers safe on the road. These tips can also help provide peace of mind to families out there who might be a little uneasy about their parents driving in the snow and ice. HELP YOUR...
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