Posts by Care Street Home Care Staff
How Does Companion Care at Home Enhance Quality of Life for Seniors?
Staying socially active and engaged is a big deal for aging adults because it is so closely tied to maintaining their quality of life. The problem is that there are some serious barriers for many seniors to keeping those social ties where they once were. Companion care at home is one solution to make sure…
Read MoreHelping Seniors Improve Lung Capacity
Breathing is an essential element of life, yet many people underestimate its importance until they have problems with it, especially as they age. Maintaining lung capacity and respiratory power is critical for seniors’ overall health, mobility, and independence. Fortunately, with home care assistance, seniors can add some exercises to their regular routines to increase their…
Read MoreThe Benefits Of Elder Care For Seniors With Diabetes
Seniors may have a hard time making the adjustments they need to make when they are diagnosed with diabetes. The more that your senior parent understands about this condition, the easier it will be for them to learn how to manage it. Having elder care means that your mom or dad won’t have to struggle…
Read MoreDoes Your Senior Parent Need Overnight Care?
If your senior parent is living at home alone, they may need overnight care as they age. When seniors start to have limited mobility or chronic medical issues, having 24-hour home care is a good idea. With 24-hour home care. your mom or dad will never be alone. If they need help in the middle…
Read MoreHelping Seniors Write Their Own Story
Writing a memoir or short story is an extremely satisfying experience for seniors, allowing them to reflect on their lives, share advice with loved ones, and leave a lasting legacy. The process of storytelling can have emotional, mental, and physical advantages. However, beginning the writing process can be intimidating. With the help of senior home…
Read More5 Ways To Make Cookies Healthier For Seniors
October is National Cookie Month! That means October is the perfect time to enjoy a sweet treat with your senior mom or dad. But, for seniors who have diabetes, or who have other health conditions that require a special diet, cookies may not be something they can enjoy. If your mom or dad has home…
Read MoreCompanion Care at Home Makes Exercise Fun for Seniors
Staying active is a big part of helping aging adults age well, but it isn’t always easy for them to do. Balancing exercise with daily activities can take some effort and sometimes seniors just don’t like exercise at all. Companion care at home can help seniors to find the fun in exercise while also staying…
Read MoreCreative Ways to Enhance Comfort at Home
Remaining in familiar surroundings with their memories all around them is one of the comforts of “aging in place” for seniors. However, it’s crucial to consider more than just functionality and safety to ensure this experience is genuinely fulfilling. With imaginative details and well-planned designs, along with support from elder care and loved ones, a…
Read MoreWatch for These Food Poisoning Symptoms in Seniors
Food poisoning occurs when germs and other harmful elements are in the food we eat and get digested without us knowing it. They don’t always show up in the smell or look of the food, but hide inside the food without us knowing it. Proper care and preparation of foods that most commonly contain foodborne…
Read MoreThe Importance of Being Well-Dressed
Have you begun to notice that when you pick up your elderly loved one for an outing, she isn’t dressed as well as she used to? Maybe her clothes are dirty or they’re mismatched or they’re wrinkled. They might even be completely inappropriate for the activity you’re going to attend. For many elderly individuals, laundry…
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