Caring for Loved Ones in the Middle Stage of Parkinson’s Disease: Part 2 of 3
A diagnosis of Parkinson’s not just the person diagnosed, but those caring for loved ones with the disease. Understanding what to expect as the disease progresses is vital to being ready for the changes to come and to making the most of every day. In our three-part series about caring for loved one with Parkinson’s, […]
Ways to Increase Fiber Intake for Older Adults
If the older adults in your life are more likely to indulge in the many junk and fast food choices that are so readily accessible, they are in good company. Even though these foods are quick and easy, they are in many instances full of calories, cholesterol and fat and lack fiber as well as […]
Ways to Increase Fiber Intake for Older Adults
If the older adults in your life are more likely to indulge in the many junk and fast food choices that are so readily accessible, they are in good company. Even though these foods are quick and easy, they are in many instances full of calories, cholesterol and fat and lack fiber as well as […]
Home Care and Hospice Providers Work Together to Help Families
If you were to ask those who are in the last 6 months of their lives specifically what is most important to them, you’re very likely to hear replies including: Retaining control over which services will likely be provided To be free from pain Emotional and spiritual support To remain at home In-home hospice care […]
Home Care and Hospice Providers Work Together to Help Families
If you were to ask those who are in the last 6 months of their lives specifically what is most important to them, you’re very likely to hear replies including: Retaining control over which services will likely be provided To be free from pain Emotional and spiritual support To remain at home In-home hospice care […]
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 […]
Ask Your Pharmacy to Help Evaluate Your Medications to Ensure Safety
They call it “running” errands for a reason – we are inclined to feel like getting through them as quickly as possible! Nonetheless, in terms of picking up prescription medications, slowing down and spending additional time to speak with the pharmacist, rather than buzzing through the pharmacy drive-through, is important – especially for senior loved […]
Relax and Enjoy the Holidays with a Little Respite Care from Hearts at Home!
Despite being tremendously rewarding and fulfilling, providing care for an older loved one also entails a multitude of complications that can lead to serious health concerns for family caregivers. And although it is a commonplace for family members to place their own needs on hold to concentrate fully on the needs of their loved one, […]
Looking to Reduce Caregiving Stress? Humor Can Help!
We’ve all had “one of those days” – you’ve hit the snooze button one too many times and missed a significant meeting, the coffee maker picked today to cease working, you stumbled over the dog, dropping your phone and smashing the screen, and to make it even worse, you feel a cold coming on; and […]