Since the heart is the central organ of your body and maintains the proper function of all other organs, our at-home senior care providers offer information about the best ways to maintain hearth health to fight against heart and cardiovascular diseases. Heart disease refers to a number of ailments that affect your heart including blood vessel diseases, such as coronary…
Balancing home and career is increasingly difficult as your family members become involved in more activities within their school or community. What do you do when you have an aging parent who needs more help while your children need to be transported to sports activities or encouraged with a difficult school project? When you are not able to be in…
Serving as a long-distance caregiver for a family member who lives more than an hour away can present many difficulties. Although many family home caregivers experience guilt and anxiety, those who are trying to offer and coordinate care from a distance may not only experience these more acutely but may also confront additional difficulties in trying to provide care. Taking…
Tensions can arise as loved ones age and family roles and responsibilities shift. As everyone adapts to these changes, many issues can arise that require discussion. In-home care providers recommend several tips for effective communication with the elderly. 1. Listen Listening is the key to good communication. Allow the senior to fully express their thoughts without interrupting. 2. Accept Differences When…
Seniors who have been diagnosed with high blood pressure may think that all they can do is take medication and hope for the best. Yet, there are many options for senior care at home that can help control blood pressure and, if medication is necessary, even enhance the effect of the medications. 1. Eat a heart-healthy diet A good place…
