Summer Safety: Know the Signs of Heat Stroke in the Elderly

During the long, cold winter, we enthusiastically anticipated the heat of summer. What a relief to finally throw open the windows and allow the warm breezes to blow through the house! However, now that we are in the midst of the dog days of summer, it is necessary to take precautions and know the signs […]

Enjoy These Top Summer Activities for Seniors

While kids certainly look forward to summer break and all of the fun it involves, summertime doesn’t have to lose its excitement as we age! New Hampton, NH caregivers at Live Free Home Health Care, providing the highest quality in home health care New Hampton offers. We love helping older adults enjoy life to the […]

Top Strategies for Helping Seniors Safely Enjoy the Lazy, Hazy Days of Summer

What’s not to love about love the warmer, longer, leisurely days of the summer season? With family get-togethers and festivities such as graduations, weddings, holiday gatherings, and more, many seniors are more active through the summer season. And since it’s easy for older adults to rapidly become overheated, it’s crucial to know how to recognize […]

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 […]