Assisting Hands Home Care has launched a new regional website that provides important information for seniors and their families. The Assisting Hands North Texas website is an excellent resource to help ensure that seniors who have chosen to age in place understand how to best care for themselves and understand when they should inquire about getting outside help. The website…
What oral health problems do seniors experience? Older people can experience a wide range of dental health issues. Cavities, for instance, is a major oral health problem in seniors; age-related salivary changes, poor nutrition, exposure to the tooth’s root surface as a result of gingival recession, and medications causing dry mouth are common causes. Periodontal disease also affects the aging…
The season of giving is around the corner, and fraudsters are ramping up to take advantage of seniors’ goodwill. Families and caregivers are urged to protect their senior loved ones, who are often prime targets, from the wide assortment of holiday scams and frauds. Holiday scams may simply be variations of the everyday scams seen all year long. However, with…
Telemedicine—also known as telehealth—is on the rise among older adults. Seeing a doctor virtually has numerous benefits and conveniences. Using telemedicine can be a technological challenge for seniors, though. Here’s how to prepare an elderly loved one for a telemedicine visit. Telemedicine is not a brand-new form of healthcare. Prior to the coronavirus pandemic, telemedicine was used primarily in rural…
At Assisting Hands Home Care, we are committed to providing excellent non-medical home health care services for seniors and disabled adults living at home in Dallas, TX and the surrounding areas in Dallas and Tarrant counties. Every member of our staff ensures that those in our care get the best possible care and assistance and our caregivers will be a…
Overnight care becomes very important for seniors and their families when comprehensive care is needed. Many seniors require help with daily activities such as bathing, eating, and grocery shopping. However, a greater benefit is seen with seniors who suffer from progressive conditions such as Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia. What is Overnight Care & Who Can Benefit Overnight…
Some elderly individuals move out of their homes and into a nursing home or another type of assisted living facility that provides the care and assistance they need to safely live out their golden years. However, this lifestyle is becoming less popular. Nowadays, seniors are increasingly choosing to stay at their own home, preferring to age in place. However, this…
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At Assisting Hands Home Care, we are committed to providing the best possible in-home care services for senior citizens and adults with disabilities in Dallas, Highland Park, University Park, Richardson, TX and the surrounding areas of Dallas and Tarrant counties. The safety and comfort of our clients in their homes is very important to us which is why we take…
Seniors who have served in the armed forces are eligible for a useful benefit known as the veterans’ home care program. Elderly veterans receive assistance with the activities of daily living, which allows them to age in the comfort of home. Eligible veterans and spouses must meet certain criteria. As veterans grow older, like other seniors, they will require some…
