August is National Immunization Awareness Month
During August’s National Immunization Awareness Month, experts remind Americans that vaccines save lives and protect health.
Home Care Helps Seniors Manage Medications
The U.S. Census Bureau recently reported that the percentage of seniors who are living in a nursing home has dropped…
10 Myths and Facts About Seniors and Foodborne Illness
Foodborne illness is caused when harmful microorganisms—mostly bacteria, but sometimes viruses, parasites, molds or toxins—get into our bodies by means…
Supporting Male Caregivers: How Family and Friends Can Help
Many male caregivers are unaware of in-home care and other resources that can help. With our growing senior population, along…
More Men Are Serving as Family Caregivers
Scott’s job takes him around the country on business trips, and he is a single dad of two college-age sons….
June is Men’s Health Month
June is Men’s Health Month, and leading up to Father’s Day we celebrate Men’s Health Week (which is June 9…
Quitting Smoking Decreases Risk of Developing Cataract
Did you know that May 31 is World No Tobacco Day? May is also Healthy Vision Month, making this a…
Family Caregivers May Neglect Their Own Physical Activity Routine
Family caregivers are busy people! Many are providing many hours of care per week for their loved one, while juggling…
Living at Home with Arthritis
May is National Arthritis Awareness Month. According to the Arthritis Foundation, 50 million Americans are living with arthritis today, and…
March 10 – 16 is World Salt Awareness Week
When it comes to awareness about salt consumption, most of us know that consuming too much salt (sodium) can hurt…
Dining Out Without Filling Out: Healthy Restaurant Eating is Possible
In the two years since retirement, Regina has gained 15 pounds. When her doctor cautioned her about the weight gain…
When a Loved One Is Living with Chronic Illness, Home Care Can Help
When a loved one has a chronic illness, living independently can be a challenge.