As we age, our body begins to lose its ability to perform its functions optimally. With weakening immune systems, we become prone to a range of health issues. A common medical condition among older people is Parkinson’s Disease, which affects over 900,000 people in the...

Life expectancy in the US is 78.7 years, according to theCenters of Disease Control and Prevention. Old age is eminent for all individuals, and while everyone’s thrilled about spending year after year with their loved ones, old age certainly has its drawbacks. With old...

When it comes to a loved one’s living and health, it’s normal to want the best treatment available. For this, it is essential to understand a home health provider’s role to choose the best agency according to your needs. Since healthcare service providers have...

Home health care services give the elderly a sense of comfort and safety while receiving the care and attention they need in their own homes. Healthcare providers perform many duties that help an elderly person with their daily lives, including assisting with prescriptions, shopping...

Hiring someone to take care of your elderly parents or relatives, especially when they’re in a disadvantaged position, can be daunting. After all, you’re not only handing over the responsibility of their health, but are also entrusting them with someone you care about. Prior...

Growing old means settling into changes that you weren’t prepared for. While it’s no secret that your physical well-being may slowly deteriorate with age, no one is prepared for the mental isolation that follows. So, how can you help your elderly loved ones remain...

This time last year, no one would have imagined the absolute whirlwind that 2020 turned out to be. But while it’s been a stressful time for everyone, it’s been especially troublesome for people who are considered to be a‘risk group’by the CDC. Although social...

The body you have today is slightly less healthy than the one you had a week ago. As you age, your muscles and joints need more care and attention, as they become more susceptible to pain and mobility is hampered. It’s why senior citizens...

Older people are resistant to change—especially when it comes to caretaking. They feel a lack of control over their lives, which can be frustrating, and leads to denial about their declining abilities. As someone who wants the best for their elderly parents, hiring homecare...

As we age, our day to day activities are disrupted by ill health, poor memory, and other complications. Although difficult to admit, there comes a time when a person you love may need assistance with everyday activities to ensure they don’t injure themselves. Finding...

Asking for help is hard for some people. Sometimes, they may not even realize that they need a helping hand. Similarly, your elderly parent may not be aware of their need for extra assistance. As their child, and as someone who is around them...

There’s nothing wrong with admitting that you need help. Most senior citizens and disabled people can leadfull, healthy, and happylives when they’re getting the aid that they need at home. However, not all kinds of home healthcare professionals perform the same tasks, which is...