Living with Lou Gehrig’s Disease: Stages and Support
Receiving a diagnosis of Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (also known as ALS or Lou Gehrig’s disease) raises a multitude of questions and concerns, both for the individual diagnosed and those who love them. What causes ALS? What are the current symptoms – and what will they be as time goes on? Where can I turn for […]
Home Care Helps: Creating Safe Spaces for People with MS
“Home is a shelter from storms – all sorts of storms.” – William J. Bennett When we think about home, we should be able to conjure up images of safety, comfort, and relaxation. For someone with multiple sclerosis, however, the home environment may be downright dangerous. MS impacts millions of people globally and can cause […]
Caregiving During the Later Stages of Parkinson’s Disease: Part 3 of 3
A Parkinson’s disease diagnosis affects members of the family along with the person diagnosed. Learning about what to anticipate as the disease advances is vital to being ready for all the changes in the future and also to making life the best it can be each and every day. Throughout the last several months we […]
Middle Stage Parkinson’s Care Tips: Part 2 of 3
A diagnosis of Parkinson’s affects family members as well as the person diagnosed. Understanding what to expect as the illness advances is key to being ready for the changes to come and to making life the best it can be each day. In our three-part series on Parkinson’ care tips, we will be revealing what […]
Caring for Cancer at Home with Home Care Services
When someone you love gets a cancer diagnosis, it can feel as if your whole world has changed. What was once a major concern pales in comparison to helping the person you love through this unanticipated journey. If you are uncertain where you should even start in your role as a cancer caregiver, our senior […]
Caring for Parkinson’s in the Early Stages: Part 1 of 3
A Parkinson’s diagnosis impacts family members along with the person diagnosed. Understanding what to anticipate as the disease progresses is vital to being ready for the changes in the future and to make life the very best it can be every day. Over the next few months, we will be sharing what to anticipate in […]
Understanding Vascular Dementia Symptoms and Risk Factors
As the most common form of dementia, Alzheimer’s disease impacts approximately 5.8 million people in the United States. However, there is another, lesser-known form of dementia causing cognitive issues in seniors: vascular dementia. Understanding vascular dementia symptoms and risk factors, along with the unique attributes that make it different from Alzheimer’s, is essential to obtaining […]
Heart Health Tips for Seniors During Heart Awareness Month and Beyond
“Your heart is the softest place on earth. Take care of it!” – Nayyirah Waheed You can’t escape them during this time of the year: flaming red heart-shaped balloons, cookies, cakes, boxes of chocolates, and greeting cards that grab our attention and encourage us to show those most important to us just how much we […]
New Year, New You: Discover the Benefits of Exercise for the Elderly with Chronic Conditions
While staying safe at home has become our new normal, that doesn’t mean we should spend our time stagnant in front of the TV! For senior loved ones, especially people diagnosed with chronic health conditions, maintaining an active lifestyle during the COVID-19 pandemic is a struggle which may seem impossible. However, studies have shown that […]
The Benefits of a Healthy Diet Plan for Kidney Disease
While chronic kidney disease (CKD) affects roughly 11% of adult Americans, for the elderly, the incidence rate jumps to nearly 40%. If a senior in your life struggles with CKD, following the doctor’s suggested dietary plan is vital. The goal is to make certain that amounts of fluid, minerals, and electrolytes remain balanced. The National […]