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UV Safety Awareness

We all love to take in those warm summer rays, but everyone must remember to protect their skin and eyes from the damaging effects of the sun. Unprotected sun exposure can cause vision problems and damage to your eyes, suppression of the immune system, premature aging of the skin, and skin cancer. No matter if […]

June is National Safety Month

June is National Safety Month. While everyone should be practicing safe habits every day of the year, it can’t hurt for seniors and their caregivers to review some measures they can take for additional peace of mind. Adults 65 and older are the most vulnerable for falls, and falls are the number one cause of […]

June is LGBTQ Awareness Month!

On June 28, 1969 a gay club in New York, The Stonewell Inn, was raided by the police. Countless people were arrested and pandemonium ensued. Protests broke out, and the ordeal lasted six days. The demand was clear, “give the LGBTQ community a place where they are safe from violence and abuse.” Fifty-two years later, […]

Palliative Care versus Hospice

Palliative care and hospice care are often used interchangeably; however, they are actually two different types of care. Our senior loved ones deserve the very best and these kinds of services are so helpful, in addition to having caregivers by their side. Many of our home care clients have used these types of services in […]

May is Stroke Awareness Month

Upwards of 795,000 people in the U.S. suffer a stroke, or one every 40 seconds. It is the fourth leading cause of death in women and the fifth leading cause for men. In Latinx communities, stroke is the number one cause of death. Many strokes occur at home, sometimes while being cared for by a […]

Medication Management for Older Adults

Although medications do often help maintain health and well-being, studies have repeatedly shown that many older adults end up suffering from problems related to medication. About 80% of older adults regularly take at least two prescription medications, and 36% regularly take at least five prescription drugs, according to a study in JAMA Internal Medicine. […]

10 Common Health Issues Among Seniors, and What You Should Know

While some cognitive decline is normal as we age, Alzheimer’s is not. If you have noticed a significant issue with your memory, contact your physician. Senior assistance can be provided through home care either in your own home or in an assisted living or memory care community. Care services for seniors are important to the […]

Osteoarthritis

Every year, 27 million Americans are diagnosed with osteoarthritis, or OA. This is usually caused by everyday wear and tear on our joints, and services for seniors often involve education in this area. Though people of any age can develop arthritis, osteoarthritis is most often seen among the elderly. Caregivers definitely report that many of […]

Sleep and Aging

Are you a senior who has trouble sleeping and do you wake up numerous times during the night? If your answer was no, you are more the exception than the rule. Sleep is a vital physiological process needed to maintain a healthy mind and body. As we continue to age, our ability to sleep decreases. […]