Changing Prescriptions Can Affect the Elderly – Here’s Why
As time goes by, our bodies begin to experience the signs of aging. Some of these changes can be felt or seen, while others causes lingering aches and pains. Simple movements such as standing up from a chair or walking often become more painful or slower than in the past. One of the most important […]
How Does Widowhood Affect Seniors? And, How Can You Help?
What is widowhood? That is when one partner loses their other half. Spouse loss affects everyone in different ways. Some manage to move on with their lives without feeling much of the effects at all. They are still in pain, but they are able to cope with the pain of losing their partner better than […]
Top Safety Tips for Home Care Professionals
When providing home health care, you will be entering into your client’s home and working one-on-one with them. Often times, you will be responsible not only for observing any health risks or dangerous arrangements in the home but also for protecting yourself from any potential dangers. Unlike being in an assisted living setting, you may […]
In-Home Care is an Effective Alternative for Aging Seniors
There are over 45 million Americans that are considered seniors, or over the age of 65. According to the US Census Bureau, by the year 2060, this number will more than double, to over 98 million. It is projected that 19 million of those seniors will be age 85 or older. As all of these […]