How to Talk to a Parent About In-Home Care
Discussing in-home care with your parents can be difficult as many seniors fear losing their independence. How do you know when it’s time to talk to your loved one about in-home care, and how should [...]
Reasons You Should Consider an In-Home Caregiver
If the time comes when your loved one can no longer care for themselves on their own, decisions must be made about the best way to provide care for them. Often, families face a choice [...]
5 Tips for Preventing Falls Among Elderly Loved Ones
Every year, around three million falls occur in people ages 65 and older, making falling a leading cause of injury for elderly people. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that of those three [...]
What’s Included in Skilled Nursing In-Home Care?
At times, while taking care of an aging loved one, you may require the assistance of a skilled nurse. This can be because of a fall, an illness, or a chronic disease diagnosis. Whatever the [...]
4 Simple Changes to Make Your Loved One’s Home Safer
Whatever the reason, elder individuals are opting to age at home rather than in assisted living facilities at larger rates than before. If your loved one insists on being at home, you may start to [...]
How Smart Home Technology Can Benefit Your Senior Loved One
The concept of “aging-in-place” is becoming remarkably popular lately, especially among Boomers who wish to maintain their independence as they grow older. The idea behind aging-in-place is to adapt your current home to suit your [...]
Debunking 5 Common Myths About In-Home Care
In-home care provides many benefits to seniors or other individuals who need help; so why are there so many negative myths spread about it? Many people simply have misconceptions about what in-home care is like. [...]
8 Crucial Questions to Ask a Home Care Provider
Choosing a home care provider for yourself or your loved one can be a stressful process. You want to be sure you'll be provided with reliable, quality care from a reputable provider without completely breaking [...]
6 Essential Health Tips for Caregivers
You're not a trained healthcare provider, yet you find yourself caring for your aging loved one. Providing quality, safe care is possible without having any formal medical training. Follow these 6 essential health tips for [...]
5 Signs Your Loved One Needs In-Home Care
Older adults are often resistant to receiving in-home care, as many feel they are giving up their independence and normal life. However, there are many situations that make home care necessary. Here are 5 signs [...]
