Keep Seniors from Heat-Related Dangers with These Summer Safety Tips
Since we’re now deep into the dog days of summer, the longer periods of daylight, increased humidity and higher temperatures can swiftly have an effect on the health of seniors. As hundreds of people in the U.S. die every summer from heat-related conditions, and most of those are older adults, it is vital to take […]
Live Free Home Health Care’s Top Tips for Preventing Falls
We’ve all seen comedy shows that involved a person accidentally stepping on a banana peel and staging an exaggerated, elaborate fall – but senior falls are undeniably no laughing matter. Indeed, falls are the leading cause of both serious injury and death in older adults, with tens of millions of the elderly falling each year. […]
Help for Alzheimer’s Caregivers: What to Expect from Each Stage
Comparable to the changing of the seasons, the progression of Alzheimer’s disease can be marked by a variety of particular differentiators. And although each individual experiences the condition distinctly, there are a number of prevalent commonalities that frequently present at each stage. Live Free Home Health Care of New Hampshire shares the signs below for […]
Is It Alzheimer’s, or Just Normal Aging? Live Free Home Health Care Has the Answers.
Misplacing the keys to your car. Forgetting the name of someone you know you’ve met before. Mistakenly thinking it’s Wednesday when it’s Tuesday. Might these be red flags of Alzheimer’s disease? Because June is recognized as Alzheimer’s Awareness Month, we at Live Free Home Health Care, the Alzheimer’s care professionals in New Hampshire, wanted to […]
Jump Into Action to Overcome Stress, Anxiety, and Arthritis
It can be a never-ending pattern: the recurring discomfort of arthritis intensifies levels of stress and anxiety, which can then actually further aggravate the pain of arthritis. If deliberate steps are not taken to stop the cycle and restore a sense of calm and wellbeing, arthritic symptoms can continue to worsen, along with a variety […]
Sick of Arthritis Pain? Try These Tips for Relief.
Stiffness, swelling, aching, burning. Seniors diagnosed with arthritis know feelings like these very well, varying from minor discomfort to agonizing pain. And regretfully, continual alleviation of these symptoms is usually difficult to acquire. For the 52 million+ Americans diagnosed with arthritis, it’s crucial to maintain a log of when and where the pain is most […]
How Respite Care Benefits Both Seniors and Caregivers
Family caregivers, we tip our hats to you! We understand what a selfless lifestyle you’ve taken on to provide ongoing care for your older loved one at home, and the tremendous advantages he or she is experiencing with the chance to age in place where it’s preferred. But we also know how challenging it can […]
Warning Signs of Caregiver Burnout and How to Get Help
Caring for a senior loved one brings with it so many rewards, but at the same time, it can also leave family members feeling drained, stressed, and overburdened. Meeting another person’s needs goes hand in hand with having less time to meet our own needs. We can’t do it all, and eventually something (or someone) […]
Sharpen Seniors’ Brains and Improve Memory with These Tips
Can you think of anything more incredible than the human brain? And in spite of how medically progressive we currently are, so much of the brain’s intricate complexity is still untapped. There’s one thing we are aware of, however: ability to draw from memories naturally begins to decline with aging. Yet, it’s also been discovered […]
The Surprising Connection Between Diabetes and Alzheimer’s
It’s no secret that diabetes has a huge impact on many of us in the United States, with almost 10% of the population diagnosed and another 25% suspected but undiagnosed cases. And managing diabetes is comprised of a lifelong and often complex process. But there’s a new twist now being unraveled in the lives of […]