http://livefreehomehealthcare.com/ Blog from Live Free Home Health Care en info@livefreehomehealthcare.com Copyright 2012 2012-02-02T19:48:41+00:00 http://livefreehomehealthcare.com/blog/high-tech-home-care-options-for-aging-in-place/ http://livefreehomehealthcare.com/blog/high-tech-home-care-options-for-aging-in-place/#When:18:48:41Z Technology is transforming the possibilities for aging safely at home. From fall prevention to emergency alerts to medication reminders, devices are allowing more seniors to “age in place” in the comfort of home. The following are products to consider for loved ones receiving in-home care:   • Webcams: Installing webcams… better quality of life, eldercare, home safety, medical alert, medication management 2012-02-02T18:48:41+00:00 http://livefreehomehealthcare.com/blog/stress-management-for-family-caregivers/ http://livefreehomehealthcare.com/blog/stress-management-for-family-caregivers/#When:15:55:12Z Managing stress is all about taking charge of your thoughts, your emotions, your schedule, your environment, and the way you deal with problems. Stress management also involves changing the stressful situation when possible, changing reactions to the situation when it cannot be changed, taking care of your health, and making… family caregivers, home care, in-home care providers, private duty agencies 2012-01-25T15:55:12+00:00 http://livefreehomehealthcare.com/blog/the-need-for-respite-recognizing-caregiver-stress-and-the-effects-of-overlo/ http://livefreehomehealthcare.com/blog/the-need-for-respite-recognizing-caregiver-stress-and-the-effects-of-overlo/#When:15:54:29Z Family caregivers often find themselves running in emergency mode, and eventually the mind and body pay the price. Long-term exposure to stress can lead to serious health problems. In fact, raised stress levels can raise blood pressure, suppress the immune system, increase the risk of heart attack and stroke, and… eldercare, family caregivers, home care, in-home care providers, private duty agencies 2012-01-18T15:54:29+00:00 http://livefreehomehealthcare.com/blog/what-is-respite-care/ http://livefreehomehealthcare.com/blog/what-is-respite-care/#When:15:51:01Z Respite care may be the answer you have been looking for to get the rest and relaxation that you need from the daily caregiving grind. HELPGUIDE.org explains that respite care provides time off for family members who care for someone who is ill, injured or frail. Respite care can take… eldercare, family caregivers, home care, private duty agencies 2012-01-11T15:51:01+00:00 http://livefreehomehealthcare.com/blog/how-to-be-an-effective-family-caregiver/ http://livefreehomehealthcare.com/blog/how-to-be-an-effective-family-caregiver/#When:15:47:15Z To be an effective caregiver, you must first care for yourself. If you reduce your burdens and keep a healthy balance for yourself, you will be in a better position to care for your loved one.   In addition to respite care for those much needed breaks, join a caregiver… caregiver, family caregivers 2012-01-04T15:47:15+00:00 http://livefreehomehealthcare.com/blog/addressing-alzheimers-care-planning-fun-activities-during-the-holidays/ http://livefreehomehealthcare.com/blog/addressing-alzheimers-care-planning-fun-activities-during-the-holidays/#When:13:28:17Z Holiday activities can be upsetting for a person with Alzheimer’s or dementia. Here are some caregiver tips to help keep seniors with Alzheimer’s/dementia involved in the holiday activities without being overwhelmed or put into a dangerous situation.   · Stretch out the celebration. If opening a lot of presents at… Alzheimer's Disease, caregiver tips 2011-12-28T13:28:17+00:00 http://livefreehomehealthcare.com/blog/make-the-festive-season-fun-bright-for-seniors/ http://livefreehomehealthcare.com/blog/make-the-festive-season-fun-bright-for-seniors/#When:13:26:01Z Planning and careful timing is necessary for any successful outing—and a day out with a frail elderly person should never be spontaneous. The first step to enjoying a safe trip out is to decide if the activity is appropriate for the elderly person. And, talk about the outing with the… caregiver tips 2011-12-21T13:26:01+00:00 http://livefreehomehealthcare.com/blog/conversation-starters-care-is-needed/ http://livefreehomehealthcare.com/blog/conversation-starters-care-is-needed/#When:13:24:42Z Although it may seem difficult at first to set the wheels in motion, addressing that care is needed with aging loved ones can reduce worry and possibly prevent a serious emergency. Need suggestions to start a smooth discussion? Try these conversation openers:   · Share your concerns. Talk to your… communication tips, private duty agencies 2011-12-14T13:24:42+00:00 http://livefreehomehealthcare.com/blog/home-for-the-holidays-recognizing-care-is-needed/ http://livefreehomehealthcare.com/blog/home-for-the-holidays-recognizing-care-is-needed/#When:13:18:43Z Holiday visits sometimes greet family members with alarming signs that additional care or daily assistance is needed in the home of aging loved ones. With busy schedules or long distances separating families for much of the year, subtle (or not-so-subtle) indicators can easily be missed. This year, make holiday visits… better quality of life, caregiver tips, eldercare, holiday blues, home companion, private duty agencies 2011-12-07T13:18:43+00:00 http://livefreehomehealthcare.com/blog/tammy-niles-named-care-manager-at-live-free-home-health-care/ http://livefreehomehealthcare.com/blog/tammy-niles-named-care-manager-at-live-free-home-health-care/#When:18:59:51Z Jason Harvey, Co-Owner of Live Free Home Health Care LLC, headquartered in Bristol, announced recently the hiring of Tammy Niles, of New Hampton, as Care Manager for the agency. “We are very excited that Tammy is joining our team. She is going to be a tremendous asset… family caregivers, Jason Harvey, Jennifer Harvey, Live Free Home Health Care 2011-11-29T18:59:51+00:00