The concept of successful aging can vary considerably from person to person. While some may place an emphasis on staying physically active, others are more concerned with maintaining a high level of mental acuity. Regardless of what older adults value, experts say that their attitude toward aging is what plays the biggest role in determining their quality of life.
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READ MOREHome Care Helps Seniors Maintain Independence
Anyone with elderly parents knows how much they value their independence. Combined with the desire to age in place, the focus on independent living may make them hesitant to accept any outside help or home care, even if they have shown signs they need assistance around the house. It can be challenging, but family caregivers can help change their perceptions by going over the wide variety of home care options.
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READ MOREOvercoming Senior Resistance to Home Care
Home care can be a big help to seniors and their families. Skilled professionals can assist older adults with activities of daily living, while their loved ones can be offered some peace of mind. Despite the benefits, sometimes seniors may be resistant to welcoming a new person into their house, but there are some steps that family members can take to make the transition as easy as possible
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READ MOREHome Care Prevents Hospital Readmission
Being readmitted to the hospital is a common health risk among older adults. Some statistics show that as many as one-fifth of seniors are re-hospitalized within 30 days of returning home, usually with a different condition than they were originally admitted for. When an elderly loved one comes home from the hospital, whether it is after a prolonged illness or injury, it’s important for family members to take steps to provide the best senior care possible.
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READ MOREExploring the Option of Home Care
The biggest issue many seniors have with home care is the idea that it’s a loss of independence. Not only that, but they feel there is a stigma attached to any sort of assistance around the house.
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READ MORE6 Clues Your Loved One Needs In-Home Care
When you live far away from your family, making holiday trips to see them is exciting. Keeping in touch with family is easy through phone calls and Skype, but there’s nothing like an in-person visit to really see how they are doing. While staying with your senior loved one, you may notice some changes in their well being. How do you know that your elder relative needs help? Here are some specific things to look for.
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READ MOREAccountable Home Care
There is a growing trend for patients to choose “accountable care organizations”, which place high priority on coordinating care. Accountable care focuses less on treatment and more on keeping people healthy.
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READ MOREHome Care 101
In-home care is our world at SYNERGY HomeCare. Each day, our time, attention and energy is dedicated toward making home care a pleasant and comfortable experience for all. However, we know that many people are unfamiliar with on medical home care. Since we know the emotional, physical and familial benefits of home care, we would like to spread the word. For those of you who don’t know home care, here are the basics.
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READ MORESocializing with Home Care
A growing number of people are fans and followers of home care agencies on Facebook, Twitter and YouTube. The home care industry has been trending up in social network activity, but recent upgrades from Facebook has given it the momentum it needs to truly make a difference in people’s lives.
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READ MOREOur Owners Have A Personal Connection To In Home Care
David Katz and Casey Holstein, co-owners of SYNERGY HomeCare talk about their personal connection to home care.
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