Blood thinners may be prescribed to prevent blood clots in the elderly and they come with health advantages as well as risks. Doctors and pharmacists must weigh the health benefits against the potential harms to determine if their elderly patients should stop taking blood thinners. What are blood thinners? Blood thinners are prescription drugs that help a senior’s blood flow…
Lung cancer is the leading cause of death among all cancers. It is also difficult to diagnose early. The age at which most diagnoses are made is 70. The survival rate of someone with lung cancer decreases with age. Here’s more on the lifespans of seniors diagnosed with lung cancer. What is lung cancer? A cancer that starts in the…
At Assisting Hands, we believe in the power of community and the joy of celebration. Recently, we had the opportunity to bring both elements together in a heartwarming event. The event provided a wonderful platform for us to engage with local seniors, their families, and caregivers, offering valuable information about our home care services and more. What’s the Purpose? Last…
Mini strokes, medically known as transient ischemic attacks (TIA), are common in the elderly population. While mini strokes are brief and typically cause no permanent damage, they can be warning signs of impending major stroke events. The following are causes of mini strokes in seniors. What is a mini stroke? Blood flow to parts of the brain may be interrupted….
Assisting Hands Home Care Batavia was honored to participate in Senior Expo sponsored by Senator DeWitt in St. Charles hosted by Aurora Senior Services! The expo provided a wonderful platform for us to engage with local seniors, their families, and caregivers, offering them valuable information about our home care services and more. What’s the purpose of these Senior Expo? The…
Assisting Hands Home Care Batavia was excited to participate in the 17th annual Just 4 the Health Of It, Community Health & Wellness Expo, hosted by Hanover Township in Bartlett, IL! This event was designed to provide area seniors with vital information and education about services that could benefit their health and well-being. What’s the Just 4 The Health of It Expo…
Assisting Hands Home Care Batavia was delighted to take part in the Batavia Chamber of Commerce‘s 2nd Annual Eye on Aging event! Geared towards adults nearing retirement, this insightful event aimed to equip attendees with valuable information to help them transition smoothly into this new stage of life. What’s Eye on Aging all about? The Eye on Aging event brought…
Most cases of high sodium levels in the elderly can be resolved with adequate hydration. Seniors are predisposed to developing hypernatremia due to age-related physiological changes, like decreased thirst. Caregivers who understand what causes high sodium levels in aging care recipients can take steps to return them to healthy levels. What is high sodium? The body is filled with electrolytes,…
Assisting Hands Home Care Batavia was thrilled to participate in the 2024 Elderwerks Better Aging Senior Expo, hosted at the Stonegate Conference Center in Hoffman Estates, IL! This incredible event brought together over 500 area seniors and a diverse group of vendors, all dedicated to providing essential resources for better aging. What’s the Elderwerks Better Aging Senior Expo all about?…
We at Assisting Hands Batavia are thrilled to share our recent participation in a heartwarming event at the Aurora Senior Services! We had the pleasure of sponsoring a lively Bingo game for over 60 seniors, creating an afternoon filled with joy, engagement, and community connection. What’s the Event All About? This event was all about bringing together seniors in our…
