Reasons why diabetes and homecare are a good match
Did you know that 23.1% of seniors over the age of 60 have diabetes? If diabetes is left untreated or not properly cared for, it could result in complications such as heart disease and stroke, blindness, kidney disease and amputation. So how can a home caregiver assist a diabetic? Here are a few examples: A […]
Respite Care for the Sandwich Generation
Caring for a frail or disabled loved one requires a mountain of patience, energy and commitment. Too often caregivers get run down and even sick because they have not taken time for themselves. Taking a break is not an act of selfishness. It is actually an act of great giving. Caregivers should: Spend time—even ten […]
Key Issues to Consider Before Selecting a Private Duty Care Provider
Selecting a private duty care provider can be a scary prospect. After all, you are entrusting the care of your loved ones to someone that is, for all intents and purposes, a stranger. It almost goes without saying that you want a care provider you feel you can trust. When choosing a private duty care […]
Helpful Questions to Ask Prior to Making a Decision to Stay at Home for Care
Believe it or not, choosing to age in the comfort of home rather than move to a care facility is not always the best choice. You may wonder why as a home care agency owner, I would ever recommend a move away from home for care; but Live Free Home Health Care strongly believes in […]
Which Home Care Option is Right for Me?
Private Duty, Medicare, Home Health Care, Hospice…..what is the difference between all of these options, and the bigger question…which is the right option for my situation? Trying to navigate through the maze of home care options can be confusing. Here are a few short definitions to help you differentiate between the different types of in-home […]
Doctor referrals to specialists are being ignored
A recent study in the Journal of Evaluation in Clinical Practice finds that a disturbingly low number of patients referred to a specialist actually see that specialist. Only 71% of the patients referred to a specialist were actually scheduled for an appointment, and only 70% of THAT group of patients actually made it to the […]