How to Manage Multiple Health Conditions in the Elderly
If you are a family caregiver and feel overwhelmed with juggling appointments with different doctors, trips to the pharmacy, lab work, managing medicines and special dietary needs for a senior you love, you’re not alone! Long-term health conditions in the elderly such as arthritis, COPD, diabetes, and heart disease are frequently dealt with concurrently. When […]
What You Need to Know About Care for Lou Gehrig’s Disease
Receiving a diagnosis of Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (also known as ALS or Lou Gehrig’s disease) raises numerous questions and concerns, both for the person who received the diagnosis and the people who love them. What are the causes of ALS? What are the current symptoms – and how will they change as time goes on? What […]
The Importance of Home Safety When Living with Multiple Sclerosis
“Home is a shelter from storms – all sorts of storms.” – William J. Bennett When we think about home, we should be able to envision images of relaxation, comfort, and safety. For someone living with multiple sclerosis, however, the home environment could actually be quite hazardous. MS impacts millions of people all over the […]
Taking Care of a Loved One in the Late Stages of Parkinson’s: Part 3 of 3
A Parkinson’s diagnosis has an effect on family members as well as the person diagnosed. Learning about what to anticipate as the illness becomes more serious is key to being ready for all the changes to come and also to making life the best it can be on a daily basis. During the last few […]
Parkinson’s Disease Care: Caring for a Senior in the Middle Stage: Part 2 of 3
A diagnosis of Parkinson’s affects members of the family as well as the person diagnosed. Understanding what to expect as the disease progresses is key to being ready for the changes to come and to making life the best it can be each day. In our three-part series on Parkinson’s disease care, we’ll be posting […]
Enhance Cancer Care at Home with In-Home Care Assistance
When a loved one receives a cancer diagnosis, it may feel as if your whole world has turned upside down. What was once a high priority pales in comparison to the need to do anything you can to help the person you love through this unforeseen experience. If you’re uncertain where to even get started […]
Caring for a Senior During Early Stage Parkinson’s: Part 1 of 3
When a person is diagnosed with Parkinson’s, it impacts family members along with the person diagnosed. Understanding what to anticipate as the disease progresses is vital to being ready for the changes in the future and to make life the very best it can be every day. Over the next several months, we’ll be posting […]
Tips to Keep the Heart Healthy for Seniors During Heart Month and Beyond
“Your heart is the softest place on earth. Take care of it!” – Nayyirah Waheed You can’t escape them around this time of year: flaming red heart-shaped balloons, cakes, cookies, boxes of chocolates, and greeting cards that grab our attention and encourage us to show those closest to us just how much we love them. […]
New Year, New You: Combat Chronic Conditions With Exercises for Older Adults
Although staying safe at home has become our new normal, that does not mean we should spend our time stagnant in front of the television! For older adults, especially those diagnosed with chronic health conditions, maintaining an energetic lifestyle throughout the COVID-19 pandemic is a challenge that may seem insurmountable. Yet studies have shown that […]
Learn the Importance of a Healthy Diet for Kidney Disease
While chronic kidney disease (CKD) affects approximately 11% of adult Americans, for older adults, the incidence rate jumps to nearly 40%. If a loved one in your life struggles with CKD, following the physician’s suggested dietary plan is vital. The aim is to make sure levels of electrolytes, minerals, and fluid remain balanced. The National […]