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Don’t Slip! The Basics of Fall Prevention

Posted on May 31, 2018 Assisted Home Health & Hospice

Most people enjoy living independently in their own homes for as long as possible. This is usually attainable if you take the right precautions. Falls are the biggest risk to most people in their homes, particularly as they get older. But taking a few simple steps to reduce the likelihood that falls will occur can…

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Have a Heart to Heart with Homecare

Posted on February 16, 2018 Assisted Home Health & Hospice

Did you know February is Heart Month? And I’m not talking about that classic shape you see adorning store shelves this time of year; I’m talking the remarkable muscle that’s pumping blood through your body as you read this. The month of February is designated to bring awareness to Heart Disease; the leading cause of…

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Answering Common Home Care Questions

Posted on July 26, 2017 Assisted Home Health & Hospice

When a loved one needs medical care, receiving care in their home is an option that most people would prefer. But the navigation of care needs and Medicare coverage can be complex and confusing. We often get questions from people who are unsure if home care services could benefit them. Here’s a recent conversation we…

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Tips on Assessing Home Care Needs

Posted on June 30, 2017 Assisted Home Health & Hospice

The best time to arrange for home care is before there is an emergency. In a crisis situation it can be difficult for you to gather your thoughts and communicate effectively your needs for care. Here a few tips on how to be prepared for when need for a caregiver arises: Have a Family Discussion…

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Give Your Dad the Gift of a Caregiver

Posted on June 17, 2016 Samantha

June is set aside to celebrate the men in our lives; whether it’s our own fathers, husbands, brothers or sons. National Men’s Health Week kicks off the Monday before and ends on Father’s Day. This week long event is meant to bring awareness to the health problems facing men. If you have an aging father…

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5 Advantages of Home Heathcare for CHF Patients

Posted on February 26, 2016 Samantha

Heart Failure affects over 5 million Americans and is the most common cause of hospitalization in people 65 and older. Fortunately, with advances in treatment and with in-home care services from Assisted Home Health, heart failure patients can control their condition and live longer, happier lives in the comfort of their own home. Heart failure…

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8 Senior Care Ideas for Valentine’s Day

Posted on February 8, 2016 Samantha

Valentine’s Day shouldn’t be reserved only for young couples – people of all ages can celebrate! This Valentine’s day show that special senior in your life how much you love them on this day for love. Here are 8 Senior Care Ideas that will help fill a senior’s Valentine’s Day with joy: Get Crafty!…

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5 New Year’s Resolutions for Caregivers

Posted on January 15, 2016 Samantha

A new year is upon us and many are thinking about resolutions for our personal lives. Whether it’s resolving to lose weight, quit smoking or spend less, this is the time of year we often feel optimistic for change. If you are a caregiver to a loved one (which many of us will be at…

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6 Ways to Help Seniors Keep Cool in the Sizzling Summertime Heat

Posted on July 16, 2015 Samantha

Staying cool in the hot summer months can be a challenge for people of all ages; but it is especially important for seniors. As we age, our bodies lose the ability to perspire and to properly regulate body temperature. Through this process the skin begins to thin and offers less protection from heat. The sun’s…

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7 Signs Your Loved One May Need A Caregiver

Posted on April 9, 2015 Samantha

Does your loved one need a caregiver? It can be difficult to tell when the aging process is beginning to take effect on our loved ones. It is up to us to be observant for cues that our loved ones may need help with daily tasks rather than waiting for a potentially serious event to…

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