Home Care Archives - Hearts at Home

A woman thinks about positive steps for family caregivers that she can take in the new year.

How to Take Positive Steps for Family Caregivers in the New Year

December 29, 2023

“I’m going to force myself to run three miles each day.” “I’m going to eat more celery and less chocolate.” “I’m going to clean the …Read More

Knowing the signs to monitor for wellbeing and safety in older loved ones helps them to continue to enjoy the comfort of home, as this older woman is doing while enjoying a cup of coffee in front of her holiday decorations.

Monitoring Wellbeing and Safety in Older Loved Ones During Holiday Visits

November 17, 2023

Ready or not, the holiday season is upon us! As you prepare for family gatherings, there’s something more to take into account besides what dishes …Read More

An older woman is keeping diabetes in check by testing her blood glucose.

A Guide for Keeping Diabetes in Check

November 10, 2023

November is Diabetes Awareness Month, and with more than 130 million Americans diagnosed with the disease, it’s likely you know someone or maybe even are …Read More

A woman who is caring for her older parents alone could benefit from caregiving advice for only children.

Caregiving Advice for Only Children and Their Aging Parents

October 13, 2023

Being an only child has some perks. Growing up, you never had to experience sibling rivalry or fights, and you also had the benefit of …Read More

A woman exercises outside knowing that regular physical activity is part of stroke prevention for seniors.

How to Make Stroke Prevention for Seniors a Priority

September 29, 2023

Experiencing a stroke is just the first step in a series of challenges. The results of a stroke can last long-term. In fact, the National …Read More

A man rubs his sore knee and wonders how long his joint replacement surgery will take, a key question to ask your doctor before a procedure.

Questions to Ask Your Doctor Before Joint Replacement Surgery

September 15, 2023

You’ve just learned that Dad will need knee replacement surgery. You’ve heard bits and pieces of what this might involve from a friend who has …Read More

A woman pours water into a glass to ensure she stays hydrated, one of the tips from our family caregiver’s guide to incontinence care.

A Family Caregiver’s Guide to Incontinence Care

August 18, 2023

It is not something most people would feel comfortable sharing with others. The awkwardness of even talking about incontinence is often enough to keep the …Read More

A senior man holds a glass of water in the kitchen and wonders about the link between depression and heart disease

What Is the Link Between Depression and Heart Disease?

August 4, 2023

Experiencing a heart attack changes life in an instant. What seemed important before the health crisis suddenly fades into the background, as the main concern …Read More

Older man in need of senior allergy care, standing outdoors among trees and grasses and preparing to sneeze

Protecting Older Loved Ones: A Guide to Senior Allergy Care

July 21, 2023

It’s finally summer! After the long, cold winter and wet springtime, we can finally enjoy the great outdoors. For older adults, getting out into the …Read More

Woman talking with doctor to advocate during a hospitalization for her elderly mother

Senior Care: How to Advocate During a Hospitalization

July 14, 2023

Whether a loved one is hospitalized for a planned procedure or an unexpected medical emergency, you might be left feeling helpless and vulnerable. You are …Read More