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What Over-The-Counter Medicines Should You Keep at Home?

By Pat Tarantino | January 13, 2025

Seasonal colds, upset stomachs, or the occasional ache and pain are challenges we manage throughout our lives, often with the help of non-prescription or over-the-counter (OTC) medicine. While the process of choosing the right OTC medicine is often as simple as perusing the aisles of your local pharmacy and seeing…

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How Does Home Health Care Help Post-Surgery Recovery?

By Pat Tarantino | December 22, 2024

One of the biggest benefits of home health care is that once services are established, a plan of care can easily be altered to help patients overcome challenges unique to their circumstances. While home health care is often seen as a long-term support structure, the reality is that the adaptability…

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Can New Shoes Reduce Fall Risks?

By Pat Tarantino | December 4, 2024

Injuries due to falls can be life changing events, especially for adults 65 and older. The long-lasting impacts of these injuries, combined with anxiety around future accidents can have a serious impact on an individual’s ability to continue safely living independently. The reality is that while preventable, household falls are…

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How to Host a Dementia-Friendly Holiday Gathering

By Pat Tarantino | November 24, 2024

The holidays are a special time for families to gather together, remember their past, and make new memories for the future. While planning a gathering can feel like a challenge for any host, creating a welcoming environment for a loved one experiencing dementia can present unique challenges. However, with proper…

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Comparing Home Health Care, Independent Living and Assisted Living Facilities

By Pat Tarantino | November 4, 2024

Choosing the right supportive living arrangement as an older adult requires quite a bit of planning and research. Unfortunately, many families wait until a significant emergency or hazard becomes known before they begin this learning process, leading to a feeling of being rushed and settling for solutions that are only…

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What is the Difference Between Home Care and Home Health Care?

By Pat Tarantino | October 14, 2024

Millions of Americans receive some form of in-home care every year. This type of long term care has become increasingly popular because it allows patients to receive personalized services within a familiar home setting, rather than undergoing the significant lifestyle changes associated with moving to an assisted living facility. While…

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