Category: Senior Care

Healthy and Easy Snack Options for Older Adults
Published Oct. 29, 2021
Healthy snacks are a great way to boost your loved one’s calories while increasing their protein and fiber intake. Here is a list of twelve nutritious snacks that require minimal prep time and no cooking or grilling: Apple slices topped with natur…
What You Should Know About the Flu Shot
Published Oct. 15, 2021
According to CDC, everyone 6 months of age and older should get a flu vaccine every season with rare exception. CDC’s Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices has made this recommendation since the 2010-2011 flu season. Vaccination to prevent f…
What Is Adaptive Clothing?
Published Sept. 17, 2021
Many individuals may have trouble when it comes to getting dressed on their own. Tying shoes, fastening buttons or snaps, and using zippers are some of the activities that can be difficult. Fortunately, there are adaptive clothing items which can he…
Next Steps as Your Loved One Ages
Published Aug. 27, 2021
Taking care of your aging parent or loved one involves managing several variables, including some legal considerations. According to AARP, these practical tips can help you be prepared to care for your aging loved ones and their changing needs: Have…
How to Avoid Caregiver Burnout
Published Aug. 19, 2021
Caring for a loved one can be exhausting and stressful. It’s no surprise that caregivers and their partners often feel burned out and experience feelings of depression. In fact, the American Psychological Association found that among people age 55 …
How Puzzles and Games Help Delay Alzheimer’s Disease
Published Aug. 6, 2021
A new study suggests that having an active mind in old age may delay Alzheimer's disease by up to five years. For the study, researchers collected data on nearly 2,000 people with an average age of 80 who did not have dementia at the start of the s…
How Working with a Home Health OT Increase Independence
Published July 23, 2021
If one or both of your parents are struggling to manage daily tasks at home, there are steps you can take to help them maintain their independence. As abilities diminish during the aging process, families and other caregivers must often help the ol…
Understanding the Delta Variant
Published July 19, 2021
What is the Delta variant? Viruses always change through mutation. Slightly different forms of a virus are called “variants.” Delta is a variant of the virus that causes COVID-19. You’ve probably heard about the Delta variant in the news, so here a…
Safely Visiting Your Doctor During the Pandemic
Published May 5, 2021
If you need treatment for an illness unrelated to COVID-19, or if you have a preventative health appointment, you might wonder if you can safely visit your doctor’s office during the pandemic. Getting proper medical care is an essential, important …
Learn to Prevent Falls
Published March 16, 2021
Did you know that 1 out or 5 falls causes a serious injury such as broken bones or a head injury? This is Patient Safety Awareness Week, and just one reason we want to help you prevent your loved one from falling. These tips* from Centers for Diseas…
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