Understanding Parkinson’s Disease: Know the Early Warning Signs
Even though nearly one million people are living with Parkinson’s disease in the U.S. alone, a greater understanding of Parkinson’s was perhaps first brought to the spotlight by the diagnosis of Michael J. Fox. Since then, his foundation has funded advancements in research and awareness which were previously unparalleled, providing us with hope for a […]
Discover How an In-Home Care Consultation Can Help Determine Senior Care Solutions
You’ve just finished talking with Dad on the phone, and have a sense that something isn’t quite right. While it was a good chat, his memory lapses were alarming. He reassured you that he is perfectly fine – that he’s eating very well (although he could not recall what he had for lunch), taking his […]
Combat Extreme Fatigue in the Elderly With These Tips
Springing our clocks forward left many of us feeling sluggish from losing that extra hour of sleep. But before long, our bodies have adjusted to the time change and life goes on. Imagine, however, feeling exhausted and lethargic almost all of the time, regardless of how much you sleep. Extreme fatigue in the elderly is […]
At-Home Care Solutions Help Seniors Age Safely in Place
It was not long ago when there was a general assumption that when we grow older, we’ll naturally need to move into an assisted living facility or nursing home. There is now an enhanced awareness that living at home throughout aging with in-home assistance is actually a viable option. There is also extensive knowledge since […]
Plan for the Future by Identifying Elderly Care Needs
Being together during the holidays is a fantastic time to catch up and an ideal time to have discussions about long-term care planning with older parents. Having an honest and open conversation around elderly care needs, home modifications and finances is very important to help meet the wishes of senior loved ones. Hearts at Home […]
Help Improve Cognitive Function for Seniors with These Tips
Forgetfulness. Confusion. Disorientation. These along with other impacts of cognitive decline make life challenging for older adults and those who care for them, and may result from: Genetics Health conditions such as cardiovascular disease, stroke, diabetes, Alzheimer’s disease, as well as others Brain injury Medication side effects Poor lifestyle choices And much more Nonetheless it […]
News You Can Use: Healthy Foods for Kidney Disease
While chronic kidney disease (CKD) affects roughly 11% of adult Americans, for older people, the incidence rate jumps to nearly 40%. If a family member in your life struggles with CKD, following the doctor’s suggested dietary plan is very important. The aim is to make certain that amounts of fluid, minerals, and electrolytes remain balanced. […]
Older Adults and Mental Health: A Growing Concern
They’re called our “golden years” for good reason; aging brings with it a variety of benefits, including greater wisdom, the freedom to experience life without having the responsibilities of a career and young family to raise, and the opportunity to spend more time with family and friends and engaging in pursuits we enjoy. Yet it’s […]
Helping Seniors Cope with Pandemic Fatigue
It has been more than six months since the COVID-19 pandemic began. The restrictions which have been put in place to emphasize safety can start to wear on all of us, and while there is a natural craving to want to “get back to normal,” there is a new issue: helping seniors cope with pandemic […]
Managing Urinary Incontinence in Seniors
While common in seniors, urinary incontinence is a challenging condition to manage, impacting everyday life in many ways and often leading to decreased self-confidence and assurance as well as the limiting of rewarding activities. However, it’s essential to realize that that urinary incontinence is not something that must simply be accepted as an ordinary component […]