August 30, 2022
When care at-home is no longer an option, residential care is a unique alternative offering the best of both worlds: a comfortable, home-like setting with specially trained caregivers on-site to…
August 23, 2022
When someone suffers a stroke, the brain lacks oxygen in some areas, causing damage to surrounding brain cells. The brain cells cannot be replaced or repaired, but the brain can…
August 16, 2022
Do you have a loved one who is ailing in health and has declined further treatment options? An aging senior may come to the point that the pain and discomfort…
August 9, 2022
One common misconception about hospice is that the family no longer maintains control over their loved one’s healthcare decisions. While hospice focuses on comforting the patient, the family still has…
July 26, 2022
The risk of medication mix-ups by those who self-administer their daily medications and supplements is increased for those who have memory-impairment or dementia. Family caregivers may need to step in…
July 19, 2022
Studies show that one-third of adults over the age of 50 feel a sense of isolation and loneliness. The lack of social interactions is not only detrimental to their mental…
July 12, 2022
One aspect of hospice that keeps families from asking for the services is the price. When you think about the benefits of having your loved one on hospice care, it…
July 5, 2022
One common hospice myth is that hospice is only for cancer patients who forgo curative treatments. While it is true that many cancer patients benefit from hospice services, they are…
June 28, 2022
When you hear that someone is in hospice, it is common for people to assume that it means the person is going to die very soon. This can feel like…
June 21, 2022
You may wonder about aging parents and if they need home health care services. How can you best support the transition process? What is the best way to broach the…