Key Strategies Families Can Use to Help Seniors Avoid Falls
Falls are one of the biggest sources of injury for aging adults. They can lead to some serious consequences, too, including damaging health and stealing independence. Preventing falls means that families need to adopt a few different strategies that help to keep seniors safe and healthy while living in a safe home environment. Home care […]
Home Care Assistance Keeps Seniors Safer in the Kitchen
Kitchens are often the center of the home, if not literally, then certainly in spirit. These rooms are where meals are prepared, where families tend to gather, and where seniors may have spent lots of time over the span of a lifetime. But as they age, seniors may face more challenges in the kitchen, and […]
Helping Seniors Transition from Driving
The ability to drive may become more difficult for loved ones as they get older, and the move from the independence that comes with driving to the necessity of relying on alternative modes of transportation can be a substantial adjustment in life experiences. Not only does this change have an effect on the mobility of […]
How To Help A Senior Parent Avoid Holiday Scams
The holiday season is coming, which means that scammers who target seniors are going to be out in droves. Scammers are getting more sophisticated. They are using updated AI technology and social media to try and scam seniors. Gift card scams and phishing scams are also common around the holidays. One thing that you can […]
Five Things to Remember about Seniors and Driving
It’s a hard conversation to have with a senior when driving becomes scary or even dangerous. If seniors are exhibiting some warning signs about their driving, it’s likely time for home care assistance to take over driving duties. But it’s important how family caregivers approach this whole topic. Watch for Warning Signs Family caregivers can […]
Making Stairs Safer for National Safe at Home Week
The last week of August is designated for everyone to take a moment and consider what being safe at home means. National Safe at Home Week this year is from Aug 21-25 and is a good time to review with your elderly loved one what steps you can take to make sure she is safe […]
Does Your Dad Take His Medications Correctly?
Your dad is getting older and he has a few chronic health conditions that he’s managing with prescription medications, diet, and exercise. You stop in to check on him each weekend, but you’re starting to wonder if you’re doing enough to make sure he’s taking care of himself. Here are a few questions to consider […]
How To Protect A Senior With Alzheimer’s From Extreme Heat
Extreme temperatures can be dangerous for seniors, especially seniors who have Alzheimer’s. Protecting seniors with Alzheimer’s from heat-related illness is a priority because they often can’t recognize or communicate their discomfort in the heat. Seniors with Alzheimer’s also may not be able to take appropriate steps to cool themselves down. Alzheimer’s care can help keep […]
Sun Safety Is Crucial for Aging Skin
Every year, around five million people are treated for skin cancer. It’s estimated that under 50% of older adults never take precautions to prevent skin damage from the sun. If your dad isn’t taking preventative measures, he’s putting his health at risk. Sun safety is an important factor at any age, and it’s especially important […]
How to Help Your Senior After a Fall
When a senior lives alone, it can be concerning. As they age, their balance changes, muscle mass weakens, and they can fall easier. Luckily, if you’re worried about your elderly loved one, certain things may help them age in place longer and safer. Certain technology devices like small buttons can help alert a response team […]
