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If you or a loved one is living with a chronic illness like Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), chances are you may feel the burden of frequent visits to doctors and specialists, readmission from complications, and constant monitoring. Care can be costly, time-consuming, and difficult to manage. But, thanks to the emergence of Telehealth, patients…
There’s no place like home. It’s no surprise that an increasing number of seniors wish to age in place and remain in the comfort of their own home as they get older. Getting older and even medical conditions doesn’t mean that seniors need to sacrifice their comfort and security in order to receive quality care….
According to a recent AARP report, “about 40 million family caregivers provided 37 billion hours of care for parents, spouses, partners, and other adult loved ones.” And, as rewarding of an experience caring for a loved one is, it can also be stressful. Caregiving can be incredibly complex, complicated, and unpredictable particularly for those unfamiliar…
When you have chronic health conditions, like CHF or COPD, you may have a lot of frequent medical needs. But it can be difficult to get to a doctor’s office or go to the hospital every time you don’t feel well. Fortunately, technology has given us new options for healthcare. One of the most exciting newer…
Nurses are among the unsung heroes of our society. They do some of the most important work of any field. Here are a few reasons why we are celebrating our hardworking home healthcare nurses this Nurses Week. They Genuinely Care for Others There’s a difference between a job and a calling. A job is something…
What if there was a service that could help you better function in your daily activities? Most people hope to live independently for as long as possible while performing all the duties necessary to take care of themselves. These self-care actions are called activities of daily living, or ADLs. These essential skills can be lost after…
If a loved one needed home care, would you know how to choose the best agency? For many people, knowing how to find the right company is uncharted waters in a sea of healthcare companies. A service launched by The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services called Home Health Compare puts people on the right…
Living a happy, healthy life is a goal most people strive for; and this is no exception for those living at Residential Care Homes. When a resident is happy and thriving, they will experience a longer length of stay resulting in reduced community turnover. With the help of Assisted Home Health & Hospice’s Resident Wellness…
Health issues can be a problem for many people, especially in the senior years. While you can’t control your genetics or what’s already happened, it’s never too late to get healthy. A little bit of dedicated effort and awareness can make a big difference in your health. Here are some of the essential things to…