How to Vet Private Duty Home Care Companies
The 6 Best Questions to Ask When Selecting an At-Home Caregiver The quest to find a private duty in-home care company in the Washington, D.C. and Maryland area can add …
When Should You Consider Home Care?
Advantages of In-Home Care for Aging Adults Most people don’t consider in-home care until a crisis hits and family members are left stressed and scrambling to find exceptional care for …
Minimizing Falls in Older Adults
To download article, click here An interview with Priti Prabhu, BPT, MSPT, Physical Therapist and President, Mobility & More. Q: What are some simple exercises aging adults can do to …
Bring Cheer To A Friend With A Long-Term Ailment
The majority of the senior population have at least one chronic illness, defined as a permanently altered state of health that significantly affects daily living. Examples include arthritis, osteoporosis, diabetes, …
Plan Ahead for Medical Appointments
When the relative you are caring for must attend a medical appointment, planning ahead is crucial, especially if they have special healthcare needs. You need to be prepared not only …
Sharing the Care is Only Fair
Caring for an aging relative typically involves physical, psychological, emotional and financial demands. There aren’t enough hours in the day for caregivers to get everything done, let alone spend time …
Elders have a special role in holiday celebrations
The holiday season is a hectic time for many people, due to the preparations and festivities that typically take place. Staying sane, not to mention enjoying this special time of …
Caregiving Mistakes to Avoid
Caring for a chronically ill or frail older relative is not easy. As with some other key roles in life, such as parenting, there is no training course to adequately …
Learn About Stroke and How to Cope
Strokes are the leading cause of long-term adult disability in this country. Approximately 600,000 Americans experience one each year. Twenty-five percent are left with minor impairments, while 50 percent experience …
Thoughtful Gifts for Caregivers
The contribution of informal caregivers of seniors often goes unrecognized in our society. These unpaid helpers provide practical assistance and enhance quality of life for ill or frail older adults …
