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In our previous blog post, we shared the benefits of choosing a professional home care agency to provide the highest quality and safest level of in-home care in the Sacramento area. But we frequently receive questions on precisely what type of services are available to assist with senior independent living, while helping older individuals remain… Read more »
When a senior family member needs in-home care services, there are a number of possible choices, and identifying where to turn can be daunting. For example, should you employ a professional home care services agency, a privately hired caregiver, or choose a caregiving registry? And how can you determine which home care solution is most… Read more »
As you go through the varied periods of your life, your levels of independence can take on different meanings. They can be significant stages, such as leaving your parents’ home or getting married, or smaller stages, such as accomplishing tasks you didn’t think you could do. Then later, as you age, independence takes on still… Read more »
There really is no place like home, and the great majority of adults age 65 and over, 90 percent per AARP, wish to age in place in their own homes as they grow older. But how does that have an impact on senior independence?
The greatest thing about humankind is that every one of us is completely unique, and that does not change merely because of growing older. As we grow older, we remain the unique and multifaceted individuals that we have been our whole lives. Assuming that all seniors will act the same and need the same things… Read more »
“I don’t want to have to move out of my home.” If you are the adult child of a senior parent, you’ve probably listened to your loved one exclaim these words or a similar statement indicating his or her intention to continue to grow older in place at home versus moving out of a house… Read more »
As reported by the National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute, an estimated 12 million adults are diagnosed at this time with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), and it’s estimated that another 12 million may perhaps be living with the disease and not even be aware of it. It’s also worth mentioning that COPD generally hits… Read more »
If you find yourself providing COPD care for a senior family member, you probably know that outdoor air pollution can intensify symptoms. However, did you know that lower air quality in the home can also be problematic? Cleansing the air in the home can help everyone breathe better and be more comfortable.
Many of us realize that medicines can be life-saving, but many of us have also heard alarming tales about patients who have been given incorrect medication – either as a consequence of an issue with the doctor or pharmacy. What many people don’t think about is that there is a hidden threat even when we… Read more »
There are an astounding 10,000+ prescription drugs obtainable in America, and close to one-third of all adults take five or more of these medications each day. If you happen to be a care provider for an aging loved one, the difficulty of handling the prescriptions, interactions and dosages can be challenging. In fact, research shows… Read more »
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