Tag Archives: Home Health
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…
How to Reduce Falls During COVID-19
The COVID-19 pandemic has created a tremendous number of challenges. One of them is the need for millions of people to remain at home. Seniors, who are especially vulnerable to the virus, find themselves in a particularly tricky situation. They have to stay at home to protect their health, and yet they need to be…
Heart Health and Home Care
Did you know that February is American Heart Month? Since 1964, American Heart Month has been helping raise awareness and encourages people to take a proactive approach to their heart health. To this day, heart disease is still the largest health threat to Americans. According to the CDC, “In the United States, someone has a…
Home Care Resolutions for 2020
Start fresh and set yourself up for a great year in 2020. With the help of home care, you start the New Year off right and take on these six helpful New Year’s resolutions. Protect yourself from falls Exercise can help increase strength, balance, and flexibility to help avoid dangerous falls. And, make sure to…
2017 Flu Prevention Tips for Homecare Patients
The influenza virus is a concern every year and 2017 is no exception. Millions of Americans will get the flu, but not everyone is at high risk for flu-related complications. Those most at risk from the flu are individuals with pre-existing conditions or those in specific age groups. Statistics from the CDC state that adults…
Advantages of Home Heathcare for CHF Patients
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…
Answering Common Home Care Questions
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…
Mental & Physical Well-being for Dementia Patients
Everyone has likely heard the term “Healthy Body, Healthy Mind”. This is also true for our loved ones with dementia. It’s imperative to support the body and the mind by choosing healthy foods and ensuring physical activity. Here are a few ways help keep your loved one’s mind and body healthy. Build A Healthy Plate…
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