Posts Tagged ‘Senior Living’
Six Ways Senior Home Care Improves Independence
Seniors who are planning to age in place often worry that having help means that they won’t be independent any longer. But the reality is that everyone needs help now and again and that doesn’t mean that someone is less independent. Senior home care providers go out of their way to help aging adults maintain…
Read MoreCompanion Care at Home Helps Seniors Embrace Independence
An increasing amount of seniors want to stay in their own homes for as long as possible while they grow older. This requires them to hold onto as much independence as possible, but that doesn’t mean that can’t have or shouldn’t need help. One special type of help, companion care at home, can be a…
Read MoreSix Ways to Make Cooking Easier for Seniors
Eating a healthy diet is an important way for seniors to get the nutrients they need and to stay healthy. But actually cooking healthy meals is something altogether different. When seniors are facing challenges that affect mobility, cognition, and other aspects necessary for cooking, they might give up. Home care providers can take over the…
Read MoreSeven Reasons to Hire Companion Care at Home for Seniors
Seniors experience lots of different needs at different stages of the aging process. Family caregivers do well to look at a variety of solutions in order to ensure that their aging adults are getting the help that they need. Companion care at home is often a first step in getting seniors some additional assistance, especially…
Read More10 Things Seniors Should Always Ask At A Medical Appointment
When your senior parent goes to see a doctor, chances are good they will get a limited time to talk to the doctor. Whether it’s their primary care physician or a specialist, most of the time people only get only a few minutes of one-on-one time with a doctor. So, it’s important to make the…
Read MoreMystery Series Week: Five Mystery Series to Read and Then Watch With Your Dad
As your dad ages at home, the one thing that worries you the most is that he’s alone all day and night. You stop by as much as you can, and you video chat, but you worry if it’s enough. You also struggle to find things you both enjoy. October 1st kicks off Mystery Series…
Read MoreHave More Family Meals This Month
Having a family meal has been proven to help families thrive. This time together builds bonds, provides a safe place, and helps family members eat healthier. September is National Family Meals month, an event to serve as a reminder of how important even sharing just one meal a week can build up those family ties.…
Read MoreIt’s National Dog Month. What’s the Best Breed for your Senior?
With this month being National Dog Month, it might be the perfect time to decide if becoming a dog owner is a good fit for your elderly loved one. The benefits to pet ownership are multiple, having a pet provides companionship, gives a sense of purpose, and can even provide a great excuse to get…
Read More5 Things That Help Seniors Stay Safe While Living Independently
Data shows that overwhelmingly seniors want to live independently in their own homes as they get older. And most seniors will be able to live quite well at home. They may need elder care as they get older to help them around the house. Elder care can also help seniors with things like shopping and…
Read MoreGiving Seniors the Benefit of a Clean Home
A clean home has many perks for seniors that improve their health and quality of life. Unfortunately, due to changes during aging, seniors might not be able to tend to their homes as they might like. However, with the help of senior home care and loved ones, they might still get the benefits and enjoy…
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