Vitamin D for Seniors

Vitamin D for Seniors

Vitamin D is essential for young children to develop strong bones; but proper vitamin intake is vital for adults too, and especially the elderly. This nutrient helps your body absorb calcium and promote bone growth. A lack of Vitamin D in adults can lead to fragile,...
Loneliness and Social Distancing for Seniors

Loneliness and Social Distancing for Seniors

With the outbreak of COVID-19, millions of Americans are dealing with loneliness from Social Distancing. While many people of younger generations are coping with video chats and other ways to stay social from home; many of our nation’s elderly are really feeling the...
Caring for the Immobilized

Caring for the Immobilized

When you need to provide care for a loved one who is immobilized or has extreme limitations in mobility, there are a number of important health risks that you need to be aware of. Keeping a vigilant eye on your loved one’s condition will help prevent further health...
Supporting Seniors While Maintaining Independence

Supporting Seniors While Maintaining Independence

Seniors sometimes resist help because they want to maintain their independence. It is important to help them, while maintaining their feeling of freedom. Home health care exists because your loved one wants to feel like they are still in control, and living...
Dementia Caregiving and COVID-19

Dementia Caregiving and COVID-19

Caring for a loved one with dementia can be a challenge without a global pandemic. But, as reported cases rise, it is important to maintain proper care for your loved ones. These tips below will focus on ways to help guide your loved ones to take preventative...

Returning Home After a Stroke

Helping your loved one return to life at home after a stroke can be difficult. Adjusting to life after suffering from a stroke takes time, and your loved one will most likely need more assistance than before; even with simple tasks. You should work with your loved...

Caring for Bedridden Loved Ones

Elderly immobility can make caring for your loved ones a difficult challenge. When your loved one becomes bedridden, it can be a challenge to maintain their needs. Bedridden family members require a lot of time and care. Proper hygiene and nutrition are key to...

Assessing Your Loved One’s Self Care

Your loved one’s ability to practice self care can be incredibly important. This can be anywhere from being able to brush their teeth, to regularly taking medicine, and being able to go out and accomplish tasks. A lack of self care is often one of the biggest reasons...
Coronavirus Safety for the Elderly

Coronavirus Safety for the Elderly

With the current outbreak of COVID-19, it is important to make preparations for your loved one, so that you can better prepare them. Elderly individuals are more at risk for more severe cases of Coronavirus. If your loved one is over the age of 60, the risk of death...
Reducing Caregiver Stress

Reducing Caregiver Stress

When looking after an elderly parent or loved one, the amount of responsibility can be stressful. Caregiving can be rewarding, but it is often a big source of stress, on top of work, the kids, and everything else in your life. When you are dealing with a lot of...