#elderlycare Archives

Caregivers Help Seniors Get Moving

by A-1 | Oct 24, 2023 | Caregiver Requirements & Qualifications

With ailments like arthritis, cataracts, hearing problems, or even early stages of dementia, getting out of the house can seem very difficult for seniors at times. However, being outdoors and soaking up a bit of the sun can be great for the health of your loved ones....

A Healthy Diet

by A-1 | Oct 18, 2023 | General, General Health & Well Being

What is a healthy diet? A healthy diet varies per individual, depending on any diseases or illnesses that they may or may not have. But, in most cases, a healthy diet would consist of a well-balanced meal of breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Sometimes, people will also...

Heart Flutters

by A-1 | Sep 22, 2023 | Disease Specific, Heart Attack, Bi Pass Surgery & Cardiovascular

A heart flutter is another word for heart palpitations, which are abnormal sensations in the chest such as rapid heartbeat, irregular heartbeat, skipped beats, and hard beats, all of which could be continuous or intermittent. Heart palpitations could be a symptom of...

Emergency Response to Stroke

by A-1 | Sep 21, 2023 | Disease Specific, Post Stroke

If you have an elderly loved one who is at high risk for stroke, you will save his life if you hire a 24-hour in-home caregiver. The importance of recognizing stroke signs is crucial prior to calling 911. Your loved one might not recognize signs if he is having a...

Emotional Responses to Parkinson’s

by A-1 | Sep 18, 2023 | Disease Specific, Parkinsons

Parkinson’s disease not only affects the person who has it but the family as well. It is an emotional period with the different ways the disease might interfere with your loved ones in the future. Picturing the life of disabilities instead of abilities. These could...