We all know that getting regular exercise is good for us, and especially exercise programs for seniors. However, sometimes we find that the older we get, the less exercising we do. Contrary to popular belief, poor balance and muscle weakness has a lot more to do with inactivity and sedentary…
June is Alzheimer’s awareness month! This means that now is a great time to learn more about this devastating disease. Alzheimer’s affects millions of people all over the world, and it is the sixth leading cause of death in the United States. In this article, we will discuss what Alzheimer’s…
Everyone knows it’s important to stay active in order to remain in good health, especially as we age. In addition, so is getting good sleep, and visiting your doctor regularly. But just as important as the rest is eating nutritious and healthy meals. In this article, the Austin home health…
Mental health is very important for seniors, particularly if they are living at home. A familiar environment is crucial for our elderly loved ones, especially if they are in the process of healing from surgery or chronic conditions like diabetes or heart disease. However, the mental health of seniors is…
This week, Assisting Hands in West Austin was thrilled to participate in the AustinUp 50+ Job Fair, held on April 6th at Affinity in Wells Branch. The 2010 U.S. Census showed that the Austin area had the nation’s fastest-growing population of people between 55 and 64, and the second fastest-growing…
Parkinson’s Awareness Month happens every year during the month of April. It’s a time for us to think about this cognitive disease, how it affects us, and what we can do about it. As a home health care agency, we here at Assisting Hands in West Austin strive to help all…
Here in Austin, we’ve felt the warm weather of spring for weeks now — but officially it’s only been one week or so! And one spring ritual we love here at Assisting Hands in West Austin is to take some time to make a fresh start for the year. The…
March is popularly known as the National Social Work Month in the United States. It is a month aimed at recognizing the dedication and empathy of social workers across the country. Why We Love Social Workers Social workers are counselors, advocates, facilitators, and advisors working in schools, clinics, government offices,…
