Modern technology allows older adults to stay more connected with family and friends than ever before, but learning how to use a computer, tablet, or smartphone can be an intimidating task for those with little prior experience. Fortunately, seniors do not need to go it alone when it comes to… read more
Malnutrition occurs when a person’s body does not receive the proper nutrients to function. While malnutrition is a serious health concern at any age, older people are hit particularly hard by the effects of malnutrition, leading to increased fall risks, slower recovery times from wounds and illnesses, and an increased… read more
We continue to serve New York families during the COVID-19 pandemic, following all safety precautions mandated at the state and city-level. All caregivers on staff are required to be fully vaccinated and booster shots continue to be strongly encouraged. Updated COVID-19 information is distributed to all staff via monthly newsletters,… read more
Like the rest of our bodies, our brains change with age. Fortunately, there is a growing understanding of not only how our brains change as we age, but good habits we can develop to preserve cognitive function in our older years. Cognitive Health and Aging Our bodies naturally become a… read more
Asking for help can be hard. As we age, our self-esteem is closely tied to personal independence, meaning that asking for help also means acknowledging that we are getting older. Fortunately, solutions exist. A well-crafted home health care plan can allow an older adult to remain comfortable, safe, and happy… read more
For many Americans, their local pharmacist is the most common point of contact with their larger healthcare network, however this resource often goes underused by many older adults. In this blog, we will review five ways your local pharmacist can assist an older adult beyond filling your prescriptions. Why focus… read more
May 1, 2022, marks SelectCare’s 40th anniversary and serves as an opportunity for us to reflect on all the incredible people who we have met during this journey. SelectCare was founded with the belief that getting to know our clients and caregivers is a key step to creating successful home… read more
The feeling of being overwhelmed by the responsibilities of caring for an older loved one goes by many terms: caregiver stress, compassion fatigue, and caregiver burnout, to name just a few. This phenomenon has so many names for a simple reason: it is incredibly common among family caregivers. Fortunately, because… read more
Long Term Care (LTC) insurance is a valuable tool for preserving health and independence as we age, but using these benefits to their full effect is a little different than other forms of insurance. The following article explains how LTC insurance works, and how a policyholder can make the most… read more
As mobile technology continues to improve and a growing number of older adults choose to age in place, medical alert systems have become an increasingly popular means of promoting independence. The following blog discusses various features offered by modern medical alert systems that any would-be user should consider before investing,… read more