In-Home Consultations Offer Senior Home Care Guidance for Families

You’ve just finished talking to Dad on the phone, and now have a concern something isn’t completely right. Although it was a good chat, his lapses in memory were concerning. He reassured you that he is perfectly fine – that he is eating very well (despite the fact that he couldn’t remember what he had […]

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 […]

Six Ways In-Home Care Services Can Reduce Loneliness in the Elderly

Isolation. Fear. Loneliness. The pandemic has wreaked havoc on all of us in one way or another, but for the elderly in particular, the seclusion necessary to ensure safety from COVID-19 has had adverse effects on mental, physical and emotional wellbeing. A reliable home care provider like Live Free Home Health Care, one of the […]

Questions to Ask When Planning Long Term Care for Aging Parents

Being together over the holidays is a good time to get caught up and an ideal time to have discussions about planning long term care for aging parents. Having an open and honest discussion around care needs, home modifications and finances is important to help meet the wishes of senior loved ones. Live Free Home […]

Tips to Help Seniors Overcome Age-Related Cognitive Impairment

Forgetfulness. Confusion. Disorientation. These as well as other impacts of cognitive decline make life challenging for seniors and those who care for them, and may result from: Genetics Health conditions such as heart disease, Alzheimer’s disease, stroke, diabetes, as well as others Brain injury Medication side effects Poor lifestyle choices And more However, it is […]

How to Make the Most of Your Doctor’s Appointments

Studies show that a typical visit to a doctor averages only 15 to 20 minutes. Additionally, a doctor’s appointment can often seem overwhelming, making it difficult to remember all the questions that need answering during a short appointment. In fact, nearly half of the U.S. population has difficulty understanding health information, and as a result, […]