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Senior Care
Senior care services or interventions can promote older adults’ independence and quality of life and help the age group manage age-related health challenges. Senior care often begins with preventive measures to minimize the risk of illness and injury, and it continues through late adulthood in the long-term and health care services that help maintain health and independence.
These resources address various aspects of physical health, emotional and mental well-being, and long-term care services that can help optimize the quality of life for older adults as they age.
Caregiver Support When Your Parent Lives in Senior Care
You may expect that when your parent moves into a senior care community, your caregiving role and stress will significantly decrease. Yet many caregivers are caught by surprise when the phone calls, appointments, errands, and emotional weight continue. You may continue to feel overwhelmed and burned out. By knowing where to turn for caregiver support, […]
10 Benefits of Home Health Care for Seniors You Might Not Know
Home health care for seniors can be a lifeline for many people. It offers valuable in-home services that help stabilize health, promote recovery, and encourage independence after an injury, illness, or surgery, as a hospital stay alone won’t always get you back on your feet. Home health care is even more valuable than you might […]
What To Expect in the First Week of Home Health Care
Home health care is often the first step after a hospital visit or skilled nursing facility discharge. It can be incredibly helpful, offering the chance to recover and get stronger in your home. Here, we’re delving into the experience, looking at what you can expect in your first week of care and how the whole […]
Top 8 Things To Know About Home Health Care After a Hospitalization
A hospital visit alone may not always be enough to get a senior back on their feet after a fall, injury, surgery, or rapid health decline. Even once the immediate crisis has passed, people often need support to recover and get stronger. Home health care bridges the gap between the hospital and the home. It […]
7 Tips for the Best Home Health Care Experience
Home health care is typically recommended for seniors who are leaving the hospital or another acute care setting after a procedure, surgery, or other health situation to help them recover. Whether the hospital stay was planned or not, it’s common for the patient’s family members to feel uncertain or anxious about the patient’s return home. […]
How To Create a Loved One’s Birthday Celebration in a Nursing Home
Birthdays can feel bittersweet later in life, especially after a transition to a care setting, like a nursing home or memory care, but they are still an important reason to celebrate. Celebrating your loved one’s birthday can bring joy to their day and give you and other family members the opportunity to connect with each […]
11 Ways To Maximize Your Assisted Living Services
Assisted living is an effective care option for seniors, offering support with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and eating, but it’s important to stay involved in your own care. This article shares simple, practical tips to help you understand your care, ask questions, and speak up when something doesn’t feel right. You’ll learn how […]
When Home Care Is No Longer Enough: Talking to Your Parent and Exploring Options
It can be difficult to face the reality that home care may no longer be enough help for your aging parent. You may find yourself grappling with questions about the next steps and how to proceed. This guide will help you recognize the signs, navigate talking to your parent, and explore next steps for ensuring […]
Tips for a Meaningful Nursing Home Visit
Visiting a loved one in a nursing home can be deeply meaningful, even if they don’t fully remember the visit or engage much. These visits offer connection, comfort, and familiarity. However, they often require a bit more planning than a typical visit at home. Here’s how to make your time truly valuable, including tips for […]
Memory Care Services at Assisted Living or a Dedicated Memory Care Community: What’s the Right Move?
Despite the appeal of aging at home, people with dementia often need more specialized support through memory care services. This type of care can be available in different settings, including assisted living and dedicated memory care facilities, but which should you choose? Here, we’re comparing these two options. While they are similar, there are distinct […]