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Home Modifications for Seniors Aging in Place

May 14, 2019
When taking on the role of caregiver for an elderly family member, many thoughts will go through your mind. One of the most common concerns is...

Emphysema

May 6, 2019
What is emphysema? Emphysema is a lung disease in which the air sacs within the lungs, called alveoli, are damaged to the extent that they can no...

The Risk of Hiring Uncertified, Unlicensed Private Caregivers

May 4, 2019
I am going to write from my heart today on an issue that is very near and dear to me and that is the security of our senior population. As we all...

Excessive Daytime Sleepiness in Seniors

April 30, 2019
Both sleep and falls are major factors in your home care journey with your elderly loved ones, but you may not often make the connection between...

Dehydration in Seniors

April 29, 2019
Dehydration occurs when the body loses more fluids than it takes in and the body does not have enough water and electrolytes to carry out its normal...

The Effect of Alcohol as We Age

April 26, 2019
April is National Alcohol Awareness Month. Each year, the National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence uses this time to increase awareness of...

Senior Balance Problems

April 22, 2019
Loss of balance can result from a number of diseases and lifestyle choices. It can severely limit a person’s ability to live an independent life....

April is OT, Joke, and Autism Acceptance Month!

April 16, 2019
April is everything month: including OT, National Humor (aka Joke) and Autism Acceptance Month. Talk about things that tick all our boxes at the...

Ear Infections in the Elderly

April 16, 2019
Although ear infections are more common in children than they are in seniors, elderly adults are still susceptible to them. Unlike ear infections...

Graves’ Disease

April 10, 2019
Graves’ disease is an immune system disorder that causes the immune system to attack the thyroid gland. The disorder causes the overproduction of...