by admin | May 10, 2019 | Care, Resources
Suffering with Dementia or Alzheimer’s can be a very confusing and often frustrating process. If you have to care for or keep an eye on your loved one who suffers from dementia, you may also have to deal with the times that they can become aggressive due to their...
by bbworks | Apr 16, 2019 | Uncategorized
Caring for aging parents can be a delicate and often overwhelming process. The elderly can slowly lose their independence, and it becomes harder and harder to be there for all of their needs. Soon you come to the major question: in-home care, or...
by admin | Apr 12, 2019 | Resources
If your goal is to allow your loved one to continue to live independently at home —in-home care might be the best solution for your loved one and you. There are flexible options that provide care for a few hours, a few days or live-in. The following steps can...
by bbworks | Sep 6, 2018 | Uncategorized
SafeHarbor will have a table at this event, in honor of our Veterans.
by bbworks | Jun 24, 2018 | Uncategorized
What is Long Term Care (LTC) Insurance Long Term Care provides help for people with chronic illnesses, disabilities or other conditions on a daily basis over an extended period of time. The type of help needed can range from assistance with simple activities (such as...
by bbworks | Jun 24, 2018 | Resources
Medicare is insurance for people who are 65 and older or certain younger people with disabilities, and people with End-Stage Renal Disease (permanent kidney failure requiring dialysis or a transplant. These are the different types of plans. 1. What is Original...
by admin | Jan 29, 2015 | Uncategorized
Why should I get the flu shot, when statistics show that this year’s vaccine is only 23% effective? The CDC states that this is a very uncommon year and still recommends getting vaccinated because the flu virus could shift again before the flu season ends. This is the...
by admin | Dec 23, 2014 | Care, Resources
The Holidays are a good time to check in with elderly family members, especially those who live alone. All loved ones age differently. We want to make sure they are healthy and safe. Here are quick tips on how to gently check in with your loved ones to determine...
by admin | Sep 25, 2014 | Care, Resources
The American Heart Association states that stroke is the No. 4 cause of death and a leading cause of disability in the United States. Working with a primarily senior population, the health care team at the 45 year old Staten Island-based, healthcare agency, SafeHarbor...
by admin | Sep 25, 2014 | Care, Resources
Responses provided by: Mary Krause Brady RN, Supervising nurse at SafeHarbor HealthCare Services, a family operated, 45 year old Staten Island-based Joint Commission Accredited agency. What are indicators that you should look for to determine whether your loved one...
