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Understanding and Managing Sundown Syndrome

If you are caring for an aging loved one with Alzheimer’s, you may have noticed that the evening hours can be challenging. Those living with the disease may have different needs at different times of the day. Late afternoon and early evening can be especially tough for individuals who experience Sundown Syndrome, also known as…

Meaningful Ways for Caregivers to Connect with Loved Ones

Whether you’re looking after a parent, grandparent, or someone else close to you, developing and maintaining a strong bond is more than just physical care. It’s about connecting on a deeper level, understanding each other’s preferences, and building a relationship based on trust and compassion. Aside from fulfilling basic needs, meaningful interactions enhance emotional well-being,…

Improving Quality of Life: Home Care Services for Alzheimer’s

Living with Alzheimer’s can bring about many challenges but finding comfort and security at home makes a world of difference. Home care does more than assist – it creates personalized care plans designed specifically for individual needs. These plans cover personal care and specialized therapies to stimulate memories and promote cognitive function. This approach helps…

Home Care for Stroke Recovery and Rehabilitation

  Following a stroke, our loved ones often face challenges that impact their mobility, independence, and overall well-being. Assisted Home Care services support stroke patients throughout their recovery journey, with personalized care in the comfort of their homes. Homecare helps promote faster healing while also enhancing the quality of life for stroke patients, ensuring they…

Preparing For Home Care

For an aging parent, a recovering loved one, or even yourself, navigating the world of home care can feel daunting. However, with some planning and useful tips, you can transform your home into a supportive environment where comfort and safety take center stage. From understanding your needs to choosing the best provider, preparing for home…

Recognizing The Signs of Burn-Out

Caregiving, while highly fulfilling, can also be emotionally and physically taxing. The role often requires around-the-clock dedication, leaving caregivers with limited time to focus on their well-being. This continuous responsibility can lead to burnout, impacting not only the caregiver’s mental and physical health but also their ability to provide quality care to their loved one….

Hospice and Palliative Care: Meeting you Where you Are

For over 40 years, hospice care has provided millions of people with comfort care and dignity, allowing them to spend their final months wherever they call home, surrounded by their loved ones. However, hospice and palliative services remain vastly underutilized, leading to needless suffering that many patients experience as their disease advances and their quality-of-life…

Happy Nurses Week: You make a difference!

National Nurses Week (May 6-12) celebrates the contributions and sacrifices of nurses everywhere and reminds us to thank these extraordinary medical professionals who keep us healthy. National Nurses Week has evolved into a month-long celebration of the nursing profession to allow for more significant opportunities to promote understanding and appreciation of the invaluable contributions of…

Post-Surgical Tips for Better Healing at Home

Having any surgery will take a toll on your body, as your body works overtime to heal. Therefore, it’s essential to understand your discharge instructions and take care of yourself once home. This may include taking medications as prescribed, changing bandages as directed, and getting plenty of rest. Not following instructions or ignoring them may…

Healing at Home: Integrating Home Health Care for a Positive Surgical Outcome

You get a call that a loved one is coming home from the hospital after surgery, and questions flood your mind: Will they be safe at home? How will they make it upstairs to go to bed? Can I help them use the restroom at night? Can I afford to take time off of work…