When Home Care Services May Be Appropriate, Part 2
Earlier this month, Live Free Home Health Care’s home care specialists in Concord, NH and surrounding areas offered tips for patients preparing for their return home. If day-to-day treatment or other monitoring care is needed, in-home caregivers may be able to provide help to prevent a hospital readmission—and keep loved ones independent for as long […]
When Home Care Services May Be Appropriate, Part 1
Elder care options have improved over the years, and home care services—personal care, meal preparation, light housekeeping, companionship, and much more—are helpful in so many ways; yet many families are often unsure as to what lifestyle changes may warrant extra help for their aging loved ones. Whether a few hours a week or full-time, around […]
6 Tips for Patients Preparing for the Return Home
Outdoor Precautions and Community Monitoring
At Live Free Home Health Care, we want to share additional ideas for outdoor monitoring that may offer peace of mind and safety for those deciding to age in place—in the comfort of their own homes. Family caregivers, with their finger on the pulse of their loved one’s needs, can apply the following simple home […]
Option to Age at Home: Personal Emergency Response System
For seniors who maintain a certain level of independence, simple monitoring and installations around the home may be all that is necessary to promote a safe, independent lifestyle. Personal Emergency Response System (PERS) The most simple, easy to use monitoring system on the market. Sold by most home care companies, including Live Free Home Health […]
Frequently asked questions about Alzheimer’s disease
It’s a dreaded moment. As soon as an Alzheimer’s disease diagnosis is given, lots of questions emerge in the minds of family and friends. To provide the best care for the diagnosed individual, education about the disease and proper caregiving techniques are essential. Who is at risk for developing Alzheimer’s disease? Familial or early-onset Alzheimer’s […]
How to Develop an Open Line of Communication with Your Physician
Communication is a key to any successful relationship. When it comes to doctor/patient relationships, communication is also key to receiving the best healthcare possible. However, it is not always easy for patients to talk to their physicians, especially for older Americans – though the older people get, the more important it is for them to […]
Simple Ways to Keep Track of Medications
It isn’t unusual for a senior to have several different doctors with different specialties. Because these physicians may each prescribe different medications, it is important that each physician know exactly what medications the senior is taking in order to avoid complications. Make a list of all the medicines the senior is taking, including: Prescription drugs […]
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, […]
Shortage of Geriatricians – What It Means for You
Today, there is about one geriatrician for every 2,699 Americans aged 75 and older. By 2030, the American Geriatrics Society estimates that while the population of older adults will have doubled to 70 million, the proportion of geriatricians will have dropped to a massive shortage of only one geriatrician per 5,549 American seniors. Why are […]