After his last fall, you realize it’s time for your dad to have help. While his falls have been minor, you don’t want to get the call that his next fall was serious. It’s time for him to stop taking chances and accept a helping hand. Home care assistance is needed, but you’re not sure…
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READ MOREFive Ways to Plan for Your Senior to Age in Place
Before your senior can actually start to successfully age in place, you need a plan. The right plan is going to help your elderly family member to have solutions ready before she needs them so that she’s not left in the lurch. 24-hour home care providers, safety plans, planning for healthy eating and more can…
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READ MOREWinter Pet Care Tips For Seniors
Winter is approaching fast. For seniors that have pets, taking some precautions and making some adjustments for winter pet care is necessary to keep both them and their pets healthy. Some of the best winter pet care tips for seniors are: Enlist the Help of Elder Care The cold weather can make it tough for…
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READ MOREDoes In-Home Care Mean the Caregiver Moves In?
What is in-home care? Many people mistake this service for live-in caregiving. It’s not the same. In-home care aides come to your dad’s home and work in his home to help him with activities of daily living. If you’ve been refusing to arrange in-home care as your dad doesn’t want a stranger living with him,…
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READ MOREHelp Your Mom Transition to a New Caregiver
Your mom had a stroke. While she’s going to be okay, it’s time to bring in outside help to ensure she’s supported at home. How do you help her transition to receiving elder care? Here are a few tips for helping your parent prepare for the idea of a caregiver. Make Sure She’s Involved in…
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READ MOREWhen Is it Time for Elder Care for Your Senior?
Does it feel as if there should be a right time to bring extra help into your senior’s home for her? There might not be one single situation that lets you know when that time has come for your elderly family member. Any combination of these situations can be a sign that your senior might…
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READ MORECompanion Care at Home Can Help With Your Senior’s Appointments
Your dad has dozens of appointments each year. Because he has heart disease, he spends a lot of time seeing his cardiologist, general practitioner, dietician, and physical therapist. Plus, he has his eye exam, dental cleanings, and haircuts. Every time he needs a ride, you take an unpaid day off work. It’s reached a point…
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READ MOREEase Your Mom’s Anxiety Over Living Alone
Three out of ten women live alone. Your mom is alone, and she’s not comfortable with it. Like six out of ten older adults, she loves her home and doesn’t want to move. However, she hates being the only one there. You live too far away to help her. Your mom’s fear of being alone…
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READ MOREThe Benefits of Companion Care at Home When Aging in Place
Your mom’s goal is to age in place. She loves her neighborhood and doesn’t want to leave. It’s a great goal, but sometimes health issues arise that make it harder to live alone. Your mom shouldn’t have to move, and companion care at home supports her in her goals. Companion care aides come to your…
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READ MOREWhy Do Seniors Want to Age in Place?
Your elderly family member might have expressed her desire to age in place in a variety of ways. Sometimes the statement might be an emphatic one that you can’t miss. Other times, your elderly family member might be more subtle about trying to let you know she has no intention of leaving her home. But…
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